Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #09V097000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V097000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 5,000 affected units, BELT BUCKLE WIRING HARNESS, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

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.

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V097000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2009-03-24T00:00:00

Subject: Belt buckle wiring harness

Component: Seat Belts

Potentially Affected Units: 5,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 69H3/S3

Recall Type: Vehicle

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.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V097000

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