Recall 18V-836
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2017 to 2018 Audi A4 Allroad and 1 other model: Air bags (frontal, passenger side, inflator module).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V-836
- Reported
- November 27, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 12 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Sportback and 2017-2018 Audi A4 Allroad vehicles. 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.
The risk
If the air bag does not deploy correctly in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of an injury.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag mounting screw, tightening or replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y4.
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 A4 Allroad 2017 to 2018
- Audi A5 2018