Recall 19V-473
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2019 Audi Q5 and 1 other model: Air bags (frontal, passenger side, inflator module); Electrical system (instrument cluster/panel).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-473
- Reported
- June 19, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 28 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. In the event of a crash deploying the passenger's frontal air bag, the instrument panel carrier may break due to incorrect welding. If the carrier breaks, there may be damage to the passenger frontal air bag.
The risk
A damaged frontal air bag may not provide adequate protection, increasing the risk of an injury.
The fix
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel and the passenger frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began August 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90N1.
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]