NHTSA Complaint #11425738 — 2011 AUDI A3

AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11425738
Vehicle	2011 AUDI A3
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	August 1, 2017
Date Filed	July 20, 2021
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

Airbag warning light came on. Dealer said passenger seat occupancy sensor must be replaced, at cost of $1500-3000 since it's 5 months past my warranty. Numerous Audi models from 2012 onward have a recall for this sensor, but not my 2011 model (yet). Other automakers have extended their warranty for this safety-critical part -- BMW to 15 years, for example. Technicians could not tell me if the sensor error means all airbags are disabled, passenger airbag only is disabled, or passenger airbag is always-on (dangerous for children).

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