The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger airbag even when the seat is occupied.
A deactivated passenger airbag increases the risk of injury in a crash.
What to do
The remedy program is still in development.
Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed May 21, 2021. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available.
This is an expansion of an earlier recall. Vehicles included in that recall must return for a new remedy
Owners may contact Audi customer service at (800) 253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BY.
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