Audi A3 E-Tron Recalls in Canada
The Audi A3 E-Tron has 9 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by airbag issues with 7 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Audi dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
2022-07-27Airbag: Issue: On certain vehicles, the passenger-front airbag inflator could rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash. If this happens, the airbag may not inflate properly and small p
2021-03-22Airbag: Issue: On certain vehicles, the passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may not work properly. This could cause the airbag system to turn off the passenger-front airbag even w
2021-03-22Airbag: Issue: On certain vehicles, the passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may not work properly. This could cause the airbag system to turn off the passenger-front airbag even w
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Audi A3 E-Tron have in Canada?
9 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Audi A3 E-Tron (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is airbag with 7 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Audi A3 E-Tron has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Audi dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.