Audi · Canada · High
Audi S3, A3 +2 more: Airbag
Affects Audi S3, A3, A3 E-Tron, RS 3 · 2015–2019 — about 16K vehicles.
The hazard
Issue: On certain vehicles, there could be a loose wiring connection for the passenger occupant detection system (PODS). This could cause the airbag system to turn off the passenger-front airbag even though the seat may be occupied. Note: This problem would cause an error message to display on the instrument panel and a warning chime to sound. The airbag indicator light would also display "passenger airbag off". Safety Risk: An airbag that is turned off could increase the risk of injury to a passenger in a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to install a new connector for the passenger occupant detection system. The wiring will also be re-routed under the seat.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.