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Audi A3, A4 and other models recalled over a restraint defect

Airbags or seat belts

Urgent Safety Warning – Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Affected vehicles were originally allocated to or used for an extended period of time in a region with a climate zone considered to as HIGH RISK. Certain front airbags contain an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle.

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Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

7 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • A3

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 19/10/2005 – 26/12/2012
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • TKSD

  • A4

    Build dates
    • 04/03/2005 – 07/03/2008
    Manufacturer reference
    • TKSD

  • A4 Cabrio

    Build dates
    • 08/03/2006 – 10/09/2008
    Manufacturer reference
    • TKSD

  • A5

    Build dates
    • 17/07/2009 – 15/07/2011
    Manufacturer reference
    • TKSD

  • A6

    Build dates
    • 27/07/2004 – 10/12/2010
    Manufacturer reference
    • TKSD

  • Q5

    Build dates
    • 31/10/2008 – 16/12/2011
    Manufacturer reference
    • TKSD

  • TT

    Build dates
    • 11/02/2015 – 11/02/2015
    Manufacturer reference
    • TKSD

What to do now

Airbags or seat belts on affected Audi A3, A4 and other models may not protect occupants as designed.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. Airbags and seat belts only matter in a crash, so a defect can go unnoticed until the worst moment.

Repairs and costs

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2025/387). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Urgent Safety Warning – Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Affected vehicles were originally allocated to or used for an extended period of time in a region with a climate zone considered to as HIGH RISK. Certain front airbags contain an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle.

Defect

Urgent Safety Warning – Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Affected vehicles were originally allocated to or used for an extended period of time in a region with a climate zone considered to as HIGH RISK. Certain front airbags contain an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle.

Remedy

Affected airbags will be be replaced. You can contact Audi's dedicated Takata Stop Drive helpline at 0113 526 9646 (MONDAY to FRIDAY 9:00AM to 5:00PM.

Models

A3, A4, A4 Cabrio, A5, A6, Q5, TT

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Audi A3, A4 and other models being recalled?

Airbags or seat belts on affected Audi A3, A4 and other models may not protect occupants as designed. Airbags and seat belts only matter in a crash, so a defect can go unnoticed until the worst moment.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

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