Recall 16V-079
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2005 to 2013 Audi A3 and 2 other models: Air bags (frontal, driver side, inflator module).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V-079
- Reported
- February 10, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 151,767 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-[removed]. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Audi A3 2005 to 2013
- Audi A4 Cabriolet 2006 to 2009
- Volkswagen Passat 2006