2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet Air bags Problems

“Audi recently had a recall (#69z4) to address an issue with their pods sensor system. Audi claimed the fix as a revised wiring connection and cable routing. My a3 experienced the exact symptoms and issues the recall covered. I took it in for repair however immediacy after picking up the car the issue still persists. Dealer says it is actually an issue with the pods sensor itself but that they will not repair this under warranty. I called Audi USA who claims the same. It appears their fix is not robust enough to fix the actual problem but they will not correct it further. …”

“Car engine stopped working while in moving down the road. The car would not accelerate above 10 miles per hour. Check engine light came on without warning as the car stopped functioning. Passenger air bag was disengaged and indicated it would not deploy even though a passenger was sitting in the seat. Severe injury could have occurred if the car had been rear ended when the car stopped working. Car had been in for maintenance at all predesignated manufacturer's suggested mileage points without indication of any issues.”

“Passenger occupant detection system failure, resulting in illuminated air bag malfunction indicator lamp. Excessive resistance in the occupant sensor mat of the front passenger seat, indicating an internally failing sensor and resulting in the vehicle air bag system becoming disabled. Audi has issued recalls for other vehicle models in this year for this exact defect, and the resolution in those instances is to install an updated part with a protective cover that will prevent premature failure of the new sensor. …”

“Passenger air bag sensor not properly functioning with passengers in seat. Air bag would not activate due to sensor not functioning properly. This was reported to audiusa and the dealership however I was told this was not covered and I would have to pay out of pocket. I was go en a discount, however this is a huge safety concern!”

“Passenger seat detection map is faulting out and I am concerned that the airbag will not deploy if an accident occurs. Apparently it is my fault and I have to pay to fix it.”