How many recalls does the 2016 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK E-TRON have?

The 2016 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK E-TRON has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2016 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK E-TRON?

The most recent recall was issued on March 22, 2021 and relates to the air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2016 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK E-TRON?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 2016 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK E-TRON involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2016 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK E-TRON affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2016 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK E-TRON.

2016 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK E-TRON Recalls Canada & USA

NHTSA (USA)High Risk

March 22, 2021

2015–2020 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK E-TRONNHTSA Campaign #21V198000

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.

Safety Risk

A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BY.

153,152 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 69BY

2016 AUDI A3 SPORTBACK E-TRON Recalls — Canada & USA

1 Recall

Defect

Safety Risk

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Other Model Years

Other AUDI Models