Audi A3: Replacing Takata Driver Airbag
Audi is recalling 207 A3 and A4 Cabriolet vehicles that were previously used in warm climates and have Takata driver airbags made during a specific period. The gas generator housing in these airbags may release small metal parts that could injure occupants. The remedy involves replacing the driver-side airbag gas generator.
- Recalling firm
- AUDI
- Product
- Vehicles: AUDI A3, AUDI A4 Cabriolet. Units affected: 207
- Reason
- On imported Audi vehicles previously used in a warm climate zone and fitted with TAKATA driver airbag manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the gas generator housing may cause small metal parts to become dislodged from the housing and potentially injure the driver or a passenger. Remedy: As a precautionary safety measure it is necessary to replace the gas generator in the airbag unit on the driver side of the vehicle.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2024-08-13
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/1ab26054-e949-4e7b-8b5c-bfeb6e4ab7e1