Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #22V515000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 22V515000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2022 audi s3 and a3 sedans Includes 2,584 affected units, Seat Belt Tensioners May Not Restrain Properly, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2022 audi s3 and a3 sedans

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 22V515000
Report Received Date: 2022-07-20T00:00:00
Subject: Seat belt tensioners may not restrain properly
Component: Seat Belts
Potentially Affected Units: 2,584

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 68i2
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect 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.
Consequence Summary: Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 92.26

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NHTSA ID: 22V515000
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