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2018 Audi A3 Sportback E-TRON Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Jun 19, 2019

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Audi A3 Sportback E-TRON average of 1.3 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2018 Audi A3 Sportback E-TRON recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 19V474000

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jun 19, 2019

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi S3 Sedan, 2015-2019 A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 e-tron, and 2017-2019 RS3 vehicles. An improper electrical contact may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) to falsely detect a malfunction and deactivate the passenger air bag.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and reroute the cable, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69Z4.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Audi A3 Sportback E-TRON model years

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2018 Audi A3 Sportback E-TRON recall questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Audi A3 Sportback E-TRON have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2018 Audi A3 Sportback E-TRON. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2018 Audi A3 Sportback E-TRON?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology