NHTSA Complaint #11521624 — 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11521624
Vehicle	2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	May 10, 2023
Date Filed	May 11, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NC

Consumer Description

Airbag light came on, then all electrics to steering wheel failed, including the horn. Clock spring failed. Safety issue with no airbag and no horn. Known that VWs have a problem with clock spring failure. Should be a recall.

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