repaired · 2024 Q2
Air bags: on-off switch assembly
Risk. A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
2017 Audi S3Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2017 Audi S3, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-198 the manufacturer reports only 67% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 12, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Audi S3 has problems
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Air bags
1Forward collision avoidance
1Power train
1Structure
1Visibility/wiper
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 5 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2017 Audi S3 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Sensor: occupant classification
Risk. If the air bag deploys with more force than intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Audi.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other S3 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the S3 median. How we score
'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Audi S3, and the recalls they led to.
- Fuel Leak due to Suction Jet Pump Failure within Fuel Tank (Remedy Effectiveness of Recall 16V647)Led to recall 24V-110
In owners' words
What S3 owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I have contacted Audi dealerships in my area with regard to Manufacturer Recall Number 69BY NHTSA Recall Number 21V198. But they say they do not have the parts to fix the recall and have no idea when they can fix it
The contact owns a 2017 Audi S3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue and the contact was notified that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer…
The contact owns a 2017 Audi S3. The front passenger seat air bag warning light failed to illuminate whether there was a passenger seated in the seat or not. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags). The dealer was contacted and the contact was informed that…
Own a 2017 S3?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.