2003 Volkswagen Eurovan | 2003 Volkswagen Jetta | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2003 Volkswagen Golf — Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
Published June 20, 2018 · Recall initiated: June 13, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V406000, published June 20, 2018 and initiated June 13, 2018. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan | 2003 Volkswagen Jetta | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2003 Volkswagen Golf — Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- EUROVAN
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2003 VOLKSWAGEN EUROVAN | 2003 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA | 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | 2003 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan | 2003 Volkswagen Jetta | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2003 Volkswagen Golf — Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V406000 on June 20, 2018. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: EUROVAN.