Audi passenger air bag module mounting screw may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly affecting the deployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
The short version
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported a problem with the passenger side inflator module. Here is what owners need to know.
A passenger air bag module mounting screw may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly affecting the deployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
If the air bag does not deploy correctly in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of an injury.
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag mounting screw, tightening or replacing it as necessary, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 18V-836.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2017–2018 | Audi A4 allroad |
| 2018 | Audi A5 |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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