Belt buckle wiring harness
Defect Summary
Volkswagen is recalling approximately 5,000 my 2009 cc vehicles. some affected vehicles may have an incorrectly routed right front passenger seat belt buckle wiring harness, creating the potential for wires to become damaged when the seat is moved fully up or down or back and forth. if this wiring damage occurs, the airbag control module will switch to a fallback algorithm and deactivate the passenger's frontal air bag.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the passenger's frontal airbag will not deploy and will not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and adjust the routing of the right front passenger seat belt wiring harness. if a damaged wiring harness is found, the harness will be replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 09V097000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V097000?
NHTSA recall 09V097000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on March 24, 2009. It addresses: Belt buckle wiring harness. The recall affects approximately 5,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V097000 or the manufacturer campaign number 69H3/S3. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.