Vehiclesinjuries

Passenger car (Audi) · Q3

A joint on the pyrotechnic gas generator in the front seat belt pretensioners may not have been properly welded. In the event of an accident, small parts could detach, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

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Date
2026-08-13
Country
Germany
Brand
Audi
Product
Passenger car
Classification
injuries
Category
Vehicles
Source
EU Safety Gate

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