Complaints about the 2022 Audi S3 peaked in 2022, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Sedan, gasoline, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Sep 28, 2022 to Feb 6, 2026.
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
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| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V-823 | Nov 2, 2022 | Rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park function is manually activated | Back-over prevention | 2,607 | Part replacement |
| 22V-806 | Oct 26, 2022 | Infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next… | Back-over prevention | 6,076 | Part replacement |
| 22V-652 | Aug 29, 2022 | Front passenger air bag may have been folded incorrectly | Airbags | 4,117 | Part replacement |
| 22V-515 | Jul 20, 2022 | Retention force of the seat belt tensioner on the driver and front passenger seats may be inadequate to properly restrain the occupants during a crash | Seat belts | 2,584 | Part replacement |
| 22V-224 | Apr 6, 2022 | Child seat anchorage fitting sleeves are incorrectly marked with a different symbol than the one described in the owner's manual | Child seats | 466 | Part replacement |
| 21V-825 | Oct 20, 2021 | Software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse | Back-over prevention | 2,857 | Not stated |
| 21V-606 | Aug 5, 2021 | Rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly | Seat belts | 45,496 | Part replacement |
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
2022 Audi S3 (8Y), ~35,000 miles. Vehicle developed “Gear selector malfunction. You may continue driving.” Dealer stated failure would eventually leave vehicle stranded. Gear selector replaced under partial goodwill. Immediately afterward, vehicle began experiencing communication faults U123100 and U123000 gateway module. Car reported fault 1/20 under dealership possession. Car was picked up by me 1/21 Since repair, GPS location is severely inaccurate (initially ~300 ft offset, escalating to over 50 miles, including placing vehicle in Atlantic Ocean). Vehicle displays incorrect speed limits while driving (35 MPH shown on 70 MPH highway). Constant warning chimes: “Traffic sign recognition unavailable.” These faults affect driver information systems and safety features while driving. Issues are persistent and worsening. Concerned about electronic network failure and loss of vehicle control or situational awareness. Clear progressive ADAS failure.
NHTSA complaint 11716117The contact owns a 2022 AUDI S3. The contact received recall notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V515000 (Seat Belts) and 22V652000 (Air Bags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue but provided no assistance. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA complaint 11486903Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.