2018 Audi A5 | 2017 Audi A4 Allroad | 2018 Audi A4 Allroad — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
Published November 29, 2018 · Recall initiated: November 27, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V836000, published November 29, 2018 and initiated November 27, 2018. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2018 Audi A5 | 2017 Audi A4 Allroad | 2018 Audi A4 Allroad — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Sportback and 2017-2018 Audi A4 Allroad vehicles. A passenger air bag module mounting screw may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly affecting the deployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag mounting screw, tightening or replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y4.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUDI
- Model
- A5
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2018 AUDI A5 | 2017 AUDI A4 ALLROAD | 2018 AUDI A4 ALLROAD
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Audi A5 | 2017 Audi A4 Allroad | 2018 Audi A4 Allroad — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V836000 on November 29, 2018. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Sportback and 2017-2018 Audi A4 Allroad vehicles. A passenger air bag module mounting screw may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly affecting the deployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
What should I do if I have this product?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag mounting screw, tightening or replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y4.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUDI. Model: A5.