Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V492000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V492000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2020-2021 jetta and jetta gli vehicles Includes 379 affected units, Air Bags Can Improperly Deploy, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2020-2021 jetta and jetta gli vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020-2021 jetta and jetta gli vehicles. the air bag control module was welded in the incorrect position.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the air bag control module, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on january 28, 2022. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 69ck.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V492000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2021-06-30T00:00:00
Subject: Air bags can improperly deploy
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 379

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 69CK
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020-2021 jetta and jetta gli vehicles. the air bag control module was welded in the incorrect position.
Consequence Summary: Incorrect positioning of the air bag control module can cause the vehicle's air bags to deploy improperly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. additionally, the vehicle's air bags can deploy unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the air bag control module, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on january 28, 2022. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 69ck.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 74.07

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NHTSA ID: 21V492000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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