Missing information on owners manual
Defect Summary
Volkswagen is recalling 18,500 my 2009 routan vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." the owner's manual was printed without the fmvss no. 208 required information explaining that no objects should be placed over the or near the air bag on the instrument panel.
Safety Consequence
Any such objects could cause injury to the vehicle's occupants in the event of a crash severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate.
Corrective Action
Dealers will send an owner's manual insert containing the required air bag information for owner installation or dealers will install in the event the owner prefers assistance from the dealer. The recall began on july 31, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
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FAQ: Recall 09V244000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V244000?
NHTSA recall 09V244000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on July 1, 2009. It addresses: Missing information on owners manual. The recall affects approximately 18,500 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V244000 or the manufacturer campaign number S6. 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.