Passenger frontal air bag folded wrong/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 passat vehicles. the passenger frontal air bag may have been folded incorrectly affecting its deployment force. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
An incorrectly folded air bag can deploy with too much force, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag, free of charge. the recall began october 14, 2020. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-888-241-2289. volkswagen's number for this recall is 69ay.
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FAQ: Recall 20V533000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V533000?
NHTSA recall 20V533000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on September 2, 2020. It addresses: Passenger frontal air bag folded wrong/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 1,829 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 20V533000 or the manufacturer campaign number 69AY. 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.