NHTSA recall 20V-273 (20V273000)
air bags recall reported May 13, 2020 - about 3,024 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V273000
- Also written as
- 20V-273
- Manufacturer number
- 70H7
- Reported
- May 13, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~3,024
- Component
- air bags
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q3 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.
Why it is dangerous
In the event of a crash, the passenger air bag may not properly deploy and inflate, and small plastic parts may enter the cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the instrument panel and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 10, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70H7.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-273 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.