Passenger frontal air bag may deploy improperly
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 volkswagen atlas and tiguan vehicles. in the event of a crash, the passenger frontal air bag may tear or not properly unfold during deployment.
Safety Consequence
If the air bag were to tear or unfold incorrectly during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag, free of charge. the recall began july 19, 2018. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69w8, and 69w9.
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FAQ: Recall 18V375000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V375000?
NHTSA recall 18V375000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on June 6, 2018. It addresses: Passenger frontal air bag may deploy improperly. The recall affects approximately 821 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 18V375000 or the manufacturer campaign number 69W8 69W9. 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.