Glove box may interfere with knee air bag
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 audi e-tron quattro and e-tron sportback quattro vehicles. the right hinge pin for the glove box cover may not be properly secured, allowing the glove box lid trim to interfere with the knee air bag during deployment.
Safety Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the glove box, and secure the hinge pin as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 27, 2021. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 68h6.
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FAQ: Recall 21V595000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V595000?
NHTSA recall 21V595000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on August 2, 2021. It addresses: Glove box may interfere with knee air bag. The recall affects approximately 58 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 21V595000 or the manufacturer campaign number 68H6. 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.