The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf GTI, Golf A7, and E Golf vehicles. During air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly.
The risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. An improper air bag deployment may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69DY and 61C1.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-543 (22V543000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 69DY, 61C1 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module |
| Report date | July 27, 2022 |
| Owners notified | December 16, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,216 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2016 Audi A3
- 2016 Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron
- 2016 Audi S3
- 2016 Audi TT
- 2016 Volkswagen E-Golf
- 2016 Volkswagen Golf
- 2016 Volkswagen Golf R
- 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
- 2016 Volkswagen GTI
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-543 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's 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 1,216 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.