2022 Audi S3
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 7
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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2022 Audi S3 (8Y), ~35,000 miles. Vehicle developed âGear selector malfunction. You may continue driving.â Dealer stated failure would eventually leave vehicle stranded. Gear selector replaced under partial goodwill.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-06
Also filed under Power train and electrical system
Seat belts
1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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The 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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-09-28
Also filed under Air bags
Power train
1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Air bags
1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.
Safety timeline
7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-08-27Seat belts21V606000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021.
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2021-11-09Back over prevention21V825000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
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2022-05-24Child seat22V224000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 A3 Sedan and S3 Sedan vehicles. The child seat anchorage fitting sleeves are incorrectly marked with a different symbol than the one described in the owner's manual.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all four fitting sleeves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May24, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72M7.
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2022-11-15Seat belts22V515000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi S3 and A3 sedans.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 15, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 68i2.
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2022-12-13Air bags22V652000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi S3, A3, and RS3 vehicles. The front passenger air bag may have been folded incorrectly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69DZ.
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2023-02-14Back over prevention22V823000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available.
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2023-06-06Back over prevention, equipment22V806000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Audi S3 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V606000 · Seat belts
- Recall 21V825000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 22V224000 · Child seat
- Recall 22V515000 · Seat belts
- Recall 22V652000 · Air bags
- Recall 22V823000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 22V806000 · Back over prevention, equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2022 Audi S3 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Audi S3?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Audi S3 have?
- 7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.