NHTSA recall 22V-515 (22V515000)
seat belts recall reported July 20, 2022 - about 2,584 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V515000
- Also written as
- 22V-515
- Manufacturer number
- 68i2
- Reported
- July 20, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,584
- Component
- seat belts
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-515 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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.