Curtain air bag may not deploy properly/fmvss 226
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 audi a5 coupe vehicles. the affected vehicles were built with head curtain air bag assemblies that may not unfold properly. as such, these vehicle fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 226, "ejection mitigation."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the head curtain air bag, if the air bag does not deploy properly, the vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will modify the head curtain air bags so that they deploy properly, free of charge. the recall began on january 18, 2018. owners may contact audi customer service at 11-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 69t7.
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FAQ: Recall 17V822000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V822000?
NHTSA recall 17V822000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on December 20, 2017. It addresses: Curtain air bag may not deploy properly/fmvss 226. The recall affects approximately 8,037 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 17V822000 or the manufacturer campaign number 69T7. 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.