Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #11V580000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V580000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 317 affected units, SIDEGUARD HEAD CURTAIN AIR BAG, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volkswagen is recalling certain model 2012 audi a6 vehicles manufactured from april 8, 2011, through may 26, 2011. due to a problem in the stitching process of the curtain air bag, the seam of the air bag may not be stitched properly.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify all owners and dealers will replace the left and/or right curtain air bag free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during january 2012. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V580000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2011-12-06T00:00:00

Subject: Sideguard head curtain air bag

Component: Air Bags

Potentially Affected Units: 317

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volkswagen is recalling certain model 2012 audi a6 vehicles manufactured from april 8, 2011, through may 26, 2011. due to a problem in the stitching process of the curtain air bag, the seam of the air bag may not be stitched properly.

Consequence Summary: In the event of a crash, the head curtain air bag may not deploy and will not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of an injury.

Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify all owners and dealers will replace the left and/or right curtain air bag free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during january 2012. 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: 11V580000

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