Recall 25V227 affects 3,773 2022-2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT vehicles for passenger air-bag deactivation. Free repair at any franchised Audi dealer.
Audi is recalling 3,773 2022-2023 RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT vehicles because a wiring fault in the passenger occupant detection system can deactivate the front passenger air bag while the seat is occupied. A deactivated passenger air bag increases injury risk in a crash, and Audi dealers will repair the system free of charge.
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What's wrong?
In NHTSA campaign 25V227, the passenger occupant detection system in 2022-2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT vehicles is the seat-based system that tells the car whether someone is sitting in the front passenger seat. That signal helps the air bag control system decide whether the front passenger air bag should stay active for an occupied seat.
The problem is in the seat cushion heating mat, where a crimp connection joins the connection cable to the heating wire. On affected vehicles, that crimp was not made correctly. A fault at that connection can disrupt the occupant detection system and deactivate the front passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.
An owner should watch for the airbag warning light, an error message in the instrument cluster, or the Passenger Airbag OFF indicator showing the wrong status. If those warnings appear, the vehicle needs dealer inspection and repair.
Who's affected?
Spans the E-Tron GT and RS E-Tron GT across the 2022 and 2023 model years, with the same front passenger occupant classification system tied to the front air bag.
| 2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2023 Audi E-Tron GT | front air bag |
| 2022 Audi E-Tron GT | front air bag |
| 2022 Audi RS E-Tron GT | front air bag |
| Units affected | 3,773 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 169 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A deactivated passenger air bag leaves the front passenger with less crash protection and increases the risk of injury in a crash. Watch for the airbag warning light, an instrument-cluster error message, or the Passenger Airbag OFF indicator, then schedule inspection and repair promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT or E-Tron GT is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the free seat-cushion replacement that addresses the passenger occupant detection fault.
- Bring the recall notice if Audi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V227 or Audi recall 74HC when you call.
- Use the rear seats for passengers until the repair is complete, because a deactivated front passenger air bag increases injury risk in a crash.
- Call Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 with questions about scheduling or recall coverage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Audi technician replaces the seat cushion covered by recall 25V227. The passenger occupant detection wiring fault is handled through that seat cushion replacement, and parts and labor are free under the recall. Audi is not offering a separate reimbursement program because the affected vehicles remain covered by the Audi New Vehicle Limited Warranty. If you already paid for a related repair, ask the service desk how that warranty coverage applies to your paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| April 11, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| April 11, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 15, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
| June 6, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 6, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 15, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V227?
Recall 25V227 covers 3,773 2022-2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT vehicles with a passenger occupant detection system wiring fault. The fault can deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied. Audi dealers will replace the seat cushion for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT or E-Tron GT is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V227. If it is, contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the seat cushion replacement. Reference recall 25V227 or Audi recall 74HC when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost, and Audi will replace the affected seat cushion free of charge at any franchised Audi dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the front passenger air bag can be deactivated while someone is sitting in that seat. A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash. The dealer repair replaces the seat cushion to correct the fault.
When were owners notified about recall 25V227?
Audi mailed owner notification letters on July 15, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or did not receive a letter, check your VIN and call an Audi dealer with recall 25V227 or Audi recall 74HC.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V227000 |
|---|---|
| Audi customer service | 1-800-253-2834 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V227 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V227000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
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