Passenger air bag may switch off/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 audi rs5 sportback, 2018 s5 cabriolet, s5 sportback, s5 coupe, s4 sedan, a5 cabriolet, a5 sportback, a5 coupe, and 2017-2018 a4 sedan and a4 allroad vehicles. oxidation on the passenger occupant detection system (pods) connecting cable may cause the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
Safety Consequence
A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. the recall began september 9, 2019. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. audi's number for this recall is 74d9.
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FAQ: Recall 19V547000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V547000?
NHTSA recall 19V547000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on July 24, 2019. It addresses: Passenger air bag may switch off/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 145,337 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 19V547000 or the manufacturer campaign number 74D9. 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.