Side air bag may not deploy due to seat stitching
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, llc (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 audi a3 cabriolet vehicles manufactured june 5, 2014, to april 1, 2015. the affected vehicles have a driver or front passenger seat whose cover may be incorrectly stitched, preventing the side air bag from properly deploying in the event of a crash.
Safety Consequence
Improper side air bag deployment may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's and/or front passenger's seatback cover, free of charge. owners were mailed interim notices on february 4, 2016. the recall began on february 29, 2016 . owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 74c9.
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FAQ: Recall 15V824000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V824000?
NHTSA recall 15V824000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on December 8, 2015. It addresses: Side air bag may not deploy due to seat stitching. The recall affects approximately 904 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V824000 or the manufacturer campaign number 74C9. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.