Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

Seat Belts — Pretensioner

Date Announced
JUL 20, 2022
Vehicles Affected
2,584
Audi Recall #
68i2
NHTSA Campaign #
22V515000
Summary
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.
Actions
Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 16, 2022. A second notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 68i2.
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