Air bag inflator may rupture due to corrosion
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2011-2017 audi q5 vehicles. the sunroof drainage system may allow water to soak into the foam surrounding the side head air bag inflator canister resulting in the corrosion of the canister. if this happens, the corrosion can weaken the canister and the inflator could fracture without air bag deployment, propelling fragments into the passenger compartment, striking and causing serious injury to vehicle occupants.
Safety Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator and either coat it or replace it, as necessary, after removing the surrounding foam, free of charge. the recall is expected to began march 2017. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 69p1.
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FAQ: Recall 17V001000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V001000?
NHTSA recall 17V001000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on January 3, 2017. It addresses: Air bag inflator may rupture due to corrosion. The recall affects approximately 234,057 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V001000 or the manufacturer campaign number 69P1. 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.