2017 Audi Q7 — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
Published July 8, 2016 · Recall initiated: July 8, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V519000, published July 8, 2016. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2017 Audi Q7 — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to May 8, 2016. Due to a software issue within the air bag control module, the frontal air bags may deploy with more force than required in certain crashes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O3.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUDI
- Model
- Q7
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2017 AUDI Q7
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Audi Q7 — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V519000 on July 8, 2016. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to May 8, 2016. Due to a software issue within the air bag control module, the frontal air bags may deploy with more force than required in certain crashes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.
What should I do if I have this product?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O3.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUDI. Model: Q7.