| Issue ID | 1496384 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11128352 |
| Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Brand | AUDI |
| Model | A3 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 21/06/18 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Passenger air bag sensor not properly functioning with passengers in seat. Air bag would not activate due to sensor not functioning properly. This was reported to audiusa and the dealership however i was told this was not covered and i would have to pay out of pocket. I was go en a discount, however this is a huge safety concern! |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | EL CAJON, CA |
| VIN pattern | WAUACGFF2F1XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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