Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2009 Volkswagen Routan vehicles
— Recall Campaign #16V083000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain model year 2009 Volkswagen Routan vehicles manufactured February 7, 2008, to August 28, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,037 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V083000
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 11, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V083000 |
| Units affected: | 1,037 |
- Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain model year 2009 Volkswagen Routan vehicles manufactured February 7, 2008, to August 28, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.
- Consequeces:
- If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Additionally, the air bags may inadvertently deploy, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- VW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began April 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.