Recall 18V-406
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan and 3 other models: Air bags (frontal, driver side, inflator module).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V-406
- Reported
- June 13, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 2,564 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2003 Volkswagen Passat sedan, Jetta, Jetta wagon, Golf, EuroVan, EuroVan Camper Van and EuroVan Chassis vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
The risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode 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 inflator, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69X3.
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
- Volkswagen Eurovan 2003
- Volkswagen Golf 2003
- Volkswagen Jetta 2003
- Volkswagen Passat 2003