2020 Audi Q7 | 2021 Audi Q7 — Air bags: frontal
Published February 17, 2021 · Recall initiated: February 17, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V078000, published February 17, 2021. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2020 Audi Q7 | 2021 Audi Q7 — Air bags: frontal.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. The air bag control module may deploy the second stage of the front passenger air bag too quickly after the first stage when the seat is occupied by an unbelted child. 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
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2021. Owners can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BV.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUDI
- Model
- Q7
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2020 AUDI Q7 | 2021 AUDI Q7
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Audi Q7 | 2021 Audi Q7 — Air bags: frontal recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V078000 on February 17, 2021. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. The air bag control module may deploy the second stage of the front passenger air bag too quickly after the first stage when the seat is occupied by an unbelted child. 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?
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2021. Owners can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BV.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUDI. Model: Q7.