Recall 18V406000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE Defect in 2003-2003 VOLKSWAGEN EUROVAN
RECALL This recall affects up to 2,564 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 18V406000 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 2,564 |
| Component | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2003 Volkswagen Passat sedan, Jetta, Jetta wagon, Golf, EuroVan, EuroVan Camper Van and EuroVan Chassis vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Safety Consequence
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.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69X3.
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