Audi A5 (2008) – 16V376000

Defect Description For Recall

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. (Vw) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2008-2009 Audi A4, A5, And Q5 Vehicles. In The Affected Vehicles, The Air Bag Control Units May Corrode And Fail.

Make Of Vehicle

AUDI

Model Of Vehicle

A5

Year

2008

Recall Campaign Number

16V376000

Component Description

Air BAGS:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module

Effect Of Defect

If The Air Bag Control Unit Fails, The Air BAGS May Not Deploy In The Event Of A Crash, Increasing The Risk Of Occupant Injury.

Fix Defect

Audi Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Air Bag Control Unit, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began October 2016. Owners May Contact Audi Customer Service At 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen’S Number For This Recall Is 69O1.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

8381

Date Owners Notified

20161031

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Date Report Received

20160527

Make Campaign Number

69O1

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard