Front passenger air bag may deactivate
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 audi s5 cabriolet, a4 allroad, q5 sportback, a3 sedan, s5 sportback, sq7, tt coupe, tt roadster, rs5 sportback, 2024 a8, e-tron quattro, e-tron sportback quattro, q8, rsq8, 2023-2024 q3, q5, and q7 vehicles. an electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ods) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
Safety Consequence
A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on may 8, 2024. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 69gu.
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FAQ: Recall 24V251000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24V251000?
NHTSA recall 24V251000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on April 3, 2024. It addresses: Front passenger air bag may deactivate. The recall affects approximately 91 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 24V251000 or the manufacturer campaign number 69GU. 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.