The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 Audi A3 1.8T FWD S tronic and 2.0T Quattro S tronic vehicles. The safety certification label has an incorrect vehicle production date. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
The risk
In the event of a vehicle safety recall, an incorrect production date may prevent owners from determining if the recall affects them, increasing their risk of injury or a crash.
The fix
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct vehicle production date, free of charge. The recall June 23, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51F5.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 17V-280 (17V280000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 51F5 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | April 26, 2017 |
| Owners notified | June 23, 2017 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,091 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 17V-280 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct vehicle production date, free of charge. The recall June 23, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,091 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.