NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V287000
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Published May 2, 2017 · Recall initiated: April 28, 2017
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 CC vehicles. Incorrect front seat head restraints (rests) may have been installed, possibly resulting in the seat occupant's head being inadequately restrained in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72G5.
Recall details
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- CC
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CC | 2016 VOLKSWAGEN CC
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US