2018 Volkswagen Atlas — Air bags: air bag/restraint control module
Published August 20, 2018 · Recall initiated: August 20, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V537000, published August 20, 2018. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2018 Volkswagen Atlas — Air bags: air bag/restraint control module.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. During production, the air conditioning system drain tube may have been twisted, causing water to drain into the air bag control module.
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain tube, and if it is twisted, the drain tube and air bag control module will be replaced, free of charge. Some of the affected vehicles have had their drain tube previously replaced but did not receive a new air bag control module; the airbag control module will be replaced in these vehicles. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 87F9.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- ATLAS
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2018 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Volkswagen Atlas — Air bags: air bag/restraint control module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V537000 on August 20, 2018. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. During production, the air conditioning system drain tube may have been twisted, causing water to drain into the air bag control module.
What should I do if I have this product?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain tube, and if it is twisted, the drain tube and air bag control module will be replaced, free of charge. Some of the affected vehicles have had their drain tube previously replaced but did not receive a new air bag control module; the airbag control module will be replaced in these vehicles. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 87F9.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: ATLAS.