Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #23V868000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V868000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2023-2024 sq8, rsq8, q8, q7, and 2024 sq7 vehicles Includes 1,001 affected units, Driver's Seat Air Bag Improperly Mounted/FMVSS 214, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2023-2024 sq8, rsq8, q8, q7, and 2024 sq7 vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 sq8, rsq8, q8, q7, and 2024 sq7 vehicles. the driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 214, "side impact protection."

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 17, 2024. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. audi's number for this recall is 69ga.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V868000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2023-12-20T00:00:00
Subject: Driver's seat air bag improperly mounted/fmvss 214
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 1,001

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 69GA
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 sq8, rsq8, q8, q7, and 2024 sq7 vehicles. the driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 214, "side impact protection."
Consequence Summary: An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 17, 2024. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. audi's number for this recall is 69ga.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 88.91

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NHTSA ID: 23V868000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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