NHTSA Recall Check

2005 Audi A3 Recalls

NHTSA reports 1 open safety recall for the 2005 Audi A3. All recall repairs are free at any authorized Audi dealer, regardless of mileage or ownership.

Open Recalls for the 2005 Audi A3

16V079000Reported 10/02/2016

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

Source: NHTSA campaign 16V079000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

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How to Get a Recall Repaired

  1. Confirm the recall applies to your specific Audi A3 by checking the VIN above.
  2. Note the NHTSA campaign number from the recall details.
  3. Call any authorized Audi dealer and reference the campaign number.
  4. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the dealer must perform the recall remedy at no cost regardless of vehicle age or owner.
  5. Bring the vehicle to the appointment. Most recall repairs take 1-3 hours; some require parts to be ordered first.

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