Air bagsRecall 23V-189 · 2022–2023 Audi Q4 E-TRON
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 23V-189 covers 5,224 2022–2023 Audi Q4 E-TRON for a air bags problem, reported to NHTSA on March 22, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q1) shows 97% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V189000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Q4 E-Tron SUV and Q4 E-Tron Sportback vehicles. During deployment, the head curtain air bag could deform the door seal and expose the metal inlay within the seal, which could tear the air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
The risk
In the event of a crash, a torn air bag cannot protect occupants as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will install cloth tape in the driver and front passenger B-pillar area, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69FA.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
97%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.