Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #03V356000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V356000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 333 affected units, VW/PODS DISABLED, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the passenger detection function of the passive occupant detection system (pods) may become disabled.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reprogram the pods. owner notification originally began october 3, 2003. vw has determined that additional vehicles need to be repaired. the recall for the additional vehicles is expected to begin on december 17, 2004. owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V356000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2003-09-29T00:00:00

Subject: Vw/pods disabled

Component: Air Bags

Potentially Affected Units: 333

Details

MFR Campaign Number: WU

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, the passenger detection function of the passive occupant detection system (pods) may become disabled.

Consequence Summary: Should the pods control unit malfunction, the air bag system in the vehicle will not work as designed and may not be able to properly protect occupants in a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will reprogram the pods. owner notification originally began october 3, 2003. vw has determined that additional vehicles need to be repaired. the recall for the additional vehicles is expected to begin on december 17, 2004. owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-gycn-6vun.r3bi

NHTSA ID: 03V356000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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