Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain Audi S5 Cabriolet vehicles equipped
— Recall Campaign #18V325000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Audi S5 Cabriolet vehicles equipped with Super Sport seats. The seat-mounted head/thorax air bag in the front passenger seat may have been folded incorrectly during installation.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 548 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V325000
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 16, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V325000 |
| Units affected: | 548 |
- Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Audi S5 Cabriolet vehicles equipped with Super Sport seats. The seat-mounted head/thorax air bag in the front passenger seat may have been folded incorrectly during installation.
- Consequeces:
- If the air bag was not folded correctly during installation, the seat-mounted air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat-mounted head/thorax air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69W6.
- 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.