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2016 AUDI A3 ETRON Recall - Campaign #21V198000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

2016 AUDI A3 ETRON RECALL - #21V198000

RECALL FOR AIR BAGS : SENSOR : OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION : FRONT PASSENGER

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.

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Recall Details
Vehicle 2016 AUDI A3 ETRON
Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufactured between 1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900
Recalled on 3/23/2021
Influenced by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Owners Notified on 12/23/2021
# Affected 153,152
Recalled for AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
 
Description 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.
Consequences A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective action 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.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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Technical Service Bulletins Jan 05, 2022 - 010000 STEERING
This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.

Jan 05, 2022 - 010000 STEERING
This information bulletin provides an explanation for squeaking noises heard when the steering wheel is turned or maneuvered.

Jan 05, 2022 - 020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.

Jan 05, 2022 - 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.

Dec 06, 2021 - 198000 TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
This informational bulletin explains how the temporary/collapsible spare wheel inflates.

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