Recall 22V-945
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2015 to 2016 Volkswagen Beetle and 1 other model: Air bags (frontal, driver side, inflator module).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V-945
- Reported
- December 21, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- 37,558 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Beetle and Beetle Convertibles vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
The risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed October 26, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69EM.
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 Beetle 2015 to 2016
- Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 2015 to 2016