Passenger's air bag may deploy improperly
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 audi s6 and s7, 2012-2018 a7 and a6 sedan, and 2014-2018 rs7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the passenger occupant detection system (pods) control module to malfunction.
Safety Consequence
If the pods module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a pods system repair kit, free of charge. the recall began november 29, 2018. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 74d5.
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FAQ: Recall 18V370000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V370000?
NHTSA recall 18V370000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on June 4, 2018. It addresses: Passenger's air bag may deploy improperly. The recall affects approximately 139,249 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 18V370000 or the manufacturer campaign number 74D5. 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.