Audi due to a manufacturing issue, the nadi inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to explode or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
The short version
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported a problem with the driver side inflator module. Here is what owners need to know.
Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to explode or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
The inflator could explode during air bag deployment, resulting in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant.
Take it to a dealer — they will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternative inflator of a different design, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 22V-471.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 1997–1998 | Audi A4 |
| 1998 | Audi A8 |
What changed
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