The problem
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.
The risk
Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-515 (22V515000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 68i2 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Seat belts › Pretensioner |
| Report date | July 20, 2022 |
| Owners notified | November 15, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,584 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-515 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,584 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.