| Issue ID | 1703296 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11373990 |
| Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Brand | AUDI |
| Model | A3 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 29/10/20 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | June 2018 paid out of pocket for passenger pods due to faulty sensor for passenger air bag. 10/2019 recall for wiring was done. October 29 2020, pods need replaced again! Out of warranty! This is a huge safety concern and after viewing multiple other complaints of the same issue, a recall must be done! Audi needs to take responsibility and address their faulty issue which should he covered under recall. God forbid someone become seriously injured or lose their life due to audis lack of response. I am now being told that i lust pay out of pocket once again to repair! |
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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 |
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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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