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2022-2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron recall: air bags

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 22, 2023. It covers about 5,224 vehicles.

vehicles affected
5,224
reported
Mar 22, 2023
owners notified
May 11, 2023
related complaints
2

Air bags

What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Q4 E-Tron SUV and Q4 E-Tron Sportback vehicles. During deployment, the head curtain air bag could deform the door seal and expose the metal inlay within the seal, which could tear the air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk
In the event of a crash, a torn air bag cannot protect occupants as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install cloth tape in the driver and front passenger B-pillar area, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69FA.

Recall number 23V189000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about airbags problems.

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Questions about recall 23V189000

Is there a recall on the 2022-2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron air bags?

Yes. Recall 23V189000, reported on March 22, 2023, covers about 5,224 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 23V189000?

Dealers will install cloth tape in the driver and front passenger B-pillar area, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69FA.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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