Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V492000 Reported June 30, 2021

Air bags can improperly deploy

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · Air Bags · 379 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V492000
Manufacturer Campaign
69CK
Component
Air Bags
Vehicles Affected
379
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 30, 2021
Completion Rate
76.46

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 21V492000 or campaign 69CK.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V492000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V492000?

NHTSA recall 21V492000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on June 30, 2021. It addresses: Air bags can improperly deploy. The recall affects approximately 379 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 21V492000 or the manufacturer campaign number 69CK. 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.