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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2022 Audi A3

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

6Recalls
0Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE AUDI A3

The Audi A3 is a compact luxury sedan aimed at buyers who want premium refinement in a smaller, more nimble package. Positioned at the entry point of Audi's lineup, it competes in one of the most hotly contested segments in the market. It appeals to urban professionals and first-time luxury buyers who prioritize a sophisticated driving experience without stepping into a full-size premium car.

VERDICT

The 2022 Audi A3 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 6 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
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WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Audi A3 as one of the more polished and well-rounded entries in the compact luxury sedan segment, praising its interior quality and composed driving dynamics. Most professional assessments position it as a strong choice for buyers prioritizing refinement, though some note that rivals offer more space or more advanced technology at a comparable price point.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION22V823000

Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91EK

Reported 2022-11-02

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT22V806000

Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.

Reported 2022-10-26

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL22V652000

Risk: An incorrectly folded air bag can tear, prohibiting it from deploying properly during a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69DZ.

Reported 2022-08-29

SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER22V515000

Risk: Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 15, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 68i2.

Reported 2022-07-20

CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR22V224000

Risk: An incorrectly marked child restraint anchorage may cause confusion during child seat installation, resulting in a child seat being improperly secured and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace all four fitting sleeves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May24, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72M7.

Reported 2022-04-06

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA21V825000

Risk: A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.

Reported 2021-10-20

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths

Other A3 years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Audi A3 2022. Methodology · Disclosure