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NHTSARecalled Jul 20, 2022 · #22V515000

Seat Belt Tensioners May Not Restrain Properly

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Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi S3 and A3 sedans. The retention force of the seat belt tensioner on the driver and front passenger seats may be inadequate to properly restrain the occupants during a crash. Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Seat Belt Tensioners May Not Restrain Properly
  • 2022 Audi S3 and A3
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 15, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 68i2.

View the official CPSC notice