2013 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
Published November 15, 2012 · Recall initiated: November 15, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V540000, published November 15, 2012. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Beetle vehicles, manufactured from February 2012, through August 2012, and equipped with leather sport seats. If the right front passenger seat gets wet, the occupant control module may not properly detect the presence of a child restraint installed in the seat.
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and replace the control modules, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during January 2013. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- BEETLE
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE | 2012 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V540000 on November 15, 2012. Reported hazard: Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Beetle vehicles, manufactured from February 2012, through August 2012, and equipped with leather sport seats. If the right front passenger seat gets wet, the occupant control module may not properly detect the presence of a child restraint installed in the seat.
What should I do if I have this product?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and replace the control modules, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during January 2013. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: BEETLE.