Recall 16V376000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE Defect in 2008-2009 AUDI A5

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RECALL This recall affects up to 8,381 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 16V376000
Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Vehicles Affected 8,381
Component AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Audi A4, A5, and Q5 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.

Safety Consequence

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.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O1.

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