Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2006-2007 Volkswagen Passat sedan
— Recall Campaign #18V247000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2007 Volkswagen Passat sedan and wagon vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 71,335 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V247000
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 18, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V247000 |
| Units affected: | 71,335 |
- Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2007 Volkswagen Passat sedan and wagon vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
- Consequeces:
- 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.
- Corrective action:
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q8. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-079.
- 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.