Occupant classification: front passengerRecall 25V-227 · Audi vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 25V-227 covers 3,773 Audi vehicles for a occupant classification: front passenger problem, reported to NHTSA on April 15, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 93% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V227000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2023 RS E-TRON GT and E-TRON GT vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.
The risk
A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the seat cushion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74HC.
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
93%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.