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