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2018 Audi RS3 recalls

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NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2018 Audi RS3. Recalls apply to specific VINs, and the repair is free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included.

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21V-198

Air bags: front passenger

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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.

Risk: A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BY.

Air bagsReported Mar 22, 2021NHTSA 21V198000

5 owner complaints cite air bags · read them

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