There was recently a pods recall for the wiring harness going to the occupant detection sensor the recall did not fix the issues for many people. car will randomly think someone is setting in the passenger seat and activate airbag and cause the seatbelt light to chime constantly while driving causing the air bag to turn on and off. the sensor imbedded in the bottom of the seat is faulty.
I own a 2015 audi a3.audi recently had a recall (#69z4) to address an issue with their pods sensor system. audi claimed the fix as a revised wiring connection and cable routing. my a3 experienced the exact symptoms and issues the recall covered. i took it in for repair however immediately after picking up the car the issue still persists. dealer says it is actually an issue with the pods sensor itself but that they will not repair this under warranty. i called audi usa who claims the same. it appears their fix is not robust enough to fix the actual problem but they will not correct it further. as it stands now my car still will not allow the airbag to work properly while a passenger is there or not. airbag warning goes off constantly and "air bag off" light is illuminated nearly all the time but will intermittently go on and off at random times. how ever, after going back into the audi dealership, the representative informed me that i needed to replace the pressure sensor under the front passenger seat. part number : 8v0898522s and n0152612 would need to be purchased to fix the air bag light issue. the price of the part being $1000 that is not including labor. in the statement on the recall it says that this issue will be resolved. the representative at audi usa insisted that i should go to an authorized audi dealership to get the work done so this when it is completed, i am to send her a copy of the invoice and work order to be reviewed by her supervisor for possible reimbursement. she also stated that i was not the only person experiencing this issue. i however refuse to spend $1000+ to fix the main problem with this recall. this should be included in the recall, not just rerouting the wires and replacing the connector to the sensor but actually replacing the sensor it self and not trying to put a band-aid on the issue. this is a major safety issue. thank you
Audi recently had a recall (#69z4) to address an issue with their pods sensor system. audi claimed the fix as a revised wiring connection and cable routing. my a3 experienced the exact symptoms and issues the recall covered. i took it in for repair however immediacy after picking up the car the issue still persists. dealer says it is actually an issue with the pods sensor itself but that they will not repair this under warranty. i called audi usa who claims the same. it appears their fix is not robust enough to fix the actual problem but they will not correct it further. as it stands now my car still will not allow the airbag to work properly while a passenger is there or not. airbag warning goes off constantly and "air bag off" light is illuminated nearly all the time but will intermittently go on and off at random times.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 audi a3. while operating the vehicle, the air bag indicator illuminated, which meant the air bag was deactivated. the contact stated that the front passenger seat was occupied at the time of the failure. audi of meadow lands(425 route 3, east secaucus, nj 07094) was notified of the failure and stated that the part for nhtsa campaign number: 19v474000(air bags) was not available. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 40,000. vin tool confirms parts not available.
Pods recall we took our car in for inspection and we were told that the electrical system to the air bag needs to be beefed up because without the right wiring connection it will cause serious problem if accident occurs. this hasn't hit the recall list yet but it's coming. if the manufacturer knows that it's going to be an issue why cant they just go ahead and fix the recall before hand. they are wanting us to pay $1100 dollars to fix an issue that is soon to be an up and coming recall, based on what i have been reading from the manufacturer itself. what does it take for this recall to go into the works, many deaths or even a lawsuit because they didn't want to fix problem before hand. i know many of these money companies are trying to save a dollar but is it worth the cost of a loved one just to save a buck. we are all trying to save a buck i get it, but this is the companies reputation on the line. you make a product you should want people to feel and be safe. if consumers know you put out a good product and your continuously are trying to improve your product people will stand by you. it shouldnt get to the point of people losing a life or getting seriously injured to fix a issue you could avoid.
The passenger air bag is off and it's been more than 2 months that remedy is not yet available. it's a big safety issue
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 audi a3. while a passenger was seated in the front passenger seat, the air bag warning indicator illuminated, signaling that the air bag was deactivated. the vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. audi oklahoma city (located at 13000 broadway ext, oklahoma city, ok 73114, (405) 748-8001) was contacted and a diagnostic appointment was scheduled. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000.
Passenger occupant detection system failure, resulting in illuminated air bag malfunction indicator lamp. excessive resistance in the occupant sensor mat of the front passenger seat, indicating an internally failing sensor and resulting in the vehicle air bag system becoming disabled. audi has issued recalls for other vehicle models in this year for this exact defect, and the resolution in those instances is to install an updated part with a protective cover that will prevent premature failure of the new sensor. audi has not expanded the recall to include the audi a3 as of the date of this writing. this particular vehicle is a 2015 audi a3 premium plus fwd sedan with sport seats and 1.8l gasoline engine. audi does not appear to offer a replacement part at this time, possibly an indication that the part has been designated obsolete if the vw audi group is currently investigating the issue and updating the part. unfortunately, this leaves consumers without a repair option while operating a vehicle without a functioning safety restraint system. diagnostic trouble code: 9577755 / b1225 1b ; identical trouble code associated with the active recall(s) that as of yet are not extended to the a3 vehicles.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 audi a3. the contact stated that the air bag warning indicator flashed and then remained illuminated. the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v824000 (air bags). the vehicle was taken to audi calabasas (24650 calabasas rd, calabasas, ca 91302, (818) 574-3211) to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was not available.
Passenger air bag sensor not properly functioning with passengers in seat. air bag would not activate due to sensor not functioning properly. this was reported to audiusa and the dealership however i was told this was not covered and i would have to pay out of pocket. i was go en a discount, however this is a huge safety concern!
Passenger air bag sensor not properly functioning causing the air bag to not turn on when passenger is in seat
Passenger seat detection map is faulting out and i am concerned that the airbag will not deploy if an accident occurs. apparently it is my fault and i have to pay to fix it.
Every time i apply the brake or put the car in park, my vehicle rolls back even though my foot remains on the break. convertible top leaks
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 audi a3. while driving, the air bag and seat belt warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer (niello audi located at 2350 auburn blvd sacramento, ca 95821, (916) 480-2800) approximately three months ago, but the diagnostic results and repairs were unknown. the contact stated that the failure recurred several times after the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 28,000.
There is a white/chalk outline of the passenger airbag, my vehicle only has 500 miles on it, not sure if the there is a air bag or inflator issue or a material defect. dealership is saying this is normal. i have pictures http://i.imgur.com/sopagnm.jpg http://i.imgur.com/libxewo.jpg