2022 Audi RS3 Problems: 6 Known Issues
2022 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated November 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2022 Audi RS3 has 6 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are Front passenger airbag may be folded incorrectly — recall 22V652 and MIL, drive-system warning or no start with fuel-pressure codes — bulletin 2067757. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
2022 · RS3 Sedan · 2.5L TFSI
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NHTSA Recalls3 recalls
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S3, RS3, and A3 vehicles. The Safety Certification label on the B-pillar is missing weight capacity information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
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. The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park function is manually activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.
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What are the most common Audi RS3 problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2022 Audi RS3 has 6 documented issues. Documented issues include: Front passenger airbag may be folded incorrectly — recall 22V652, MIL, drive-system warning or no start with fuel-pressure codes — bulletin 2067757, Rough running or misfire codes from poor-quality fuel and deposits — bulletin 2014753/13. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Audi RS3 reliable?
The 2022 Audi RS3 has 6 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Front passenger airbag may be folded incorrectly — recall 22V652 and MIL, drive-system warning or no start with fuel-pressure codes — bulletin 2067757. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 2022 Audi RS3 Front passenger airbag may be folded incorrectly — recall 22V652?
The airbag inside the front-passenger airbag module may not have been folded as specified. In a crash it might not unfold as designed and could tear, letting the expanding gas escape, so it may not protect the front passenger as intended. The Part 573 report lists no warning that… Severity: high.
What is the 2017-2020, 2022-2023 Audi RS3 MIL, drive-system warning or no start with fuel-pressure codes — bulletin 2067757?
The check-engine light or drive-system warning comes on, or the engine does not start. The engine module stores either no fault, or fuel-pressure sensor implausible signal (P019100) or rail pressure too low (P008700) or too high (P008800) with specific symptom codes. If Audi's Gu… Severity: high.
What is the 2017-2020, 2022-2025 Audi RS3 Rough running or misfire codes from poor-quality fuel and deposits — bulletin 2014753/13?
Audi states that contaminated gasoline, or gasoline low in deposit-control additives, can build deposits on the intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors and combustion chambers. Results can include rough running after a cold start, long cranking, hesitation, rough idle, red… Severity: medium.
What is the 2017-2020, 2022 Audi RS3 Coolant loss from the coolant pump — bulletin 2073060?
Coolant loss or a leak is found and the coolant warning lamp comes on; the workshop finds the coolant pump is the source of the leak. Applies to: 2017–2022 Audi RS 3 with the 2.5 TFSI five-cylinder (all VINs), per bulletin 2073060/2 (May 21, 2024); also the 2018–2022 TT RS. Severity: medium.
What is the 2022 Audi RS3 Rearview camera picture may not appear in reverse — recall 22V823?
After shifting into reverse or switching on the parking view, the rearview camera picture may not be displayed or may not appear within the required response time. Losing the rear view reduces what the driver can see behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash or injury to peo… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022-2023 Audi RS3 MMI functions misbehave or 'Emergency call fault' shows — bulletin 2079134?
Various MMI infotainment functions may not work properly, or 'Emergency call fault' may be displayed in the instrument cluster. Audi traces this to software when the MMI is still on a version below 3900. Applies to: 2022–2023 Audi RS 3 with the MIB3 infotainment system, North Ame… Severity: low.
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