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Audi Q3 Recall 22V701: Rear window may crack or break, risking flying glass

NHTSA campaign 22V701, reported September 19, 2022, 4 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A manufacturing error in the rear window may allow it to crack or break while the vehicle is in use.

If the rear window breaks, loose pieces of glass can fall or fly off, increasing the risk of injury to occupants and others nearby.

An authorized dealer will check the manufacturing date of the rear window and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2022. You can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834, and you should check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V701Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Component
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi Q3 vehicles. A window manufacturing error may allow the rear window to crack or break.
Risk
A broken rear window may result in loose pieces of glass and increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will check the manufacturing date of the vehicle's rear window and replace it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2022. Owners may contact Audi 's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 64H4.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Audi Q32022