NHTSA recall 18V-325 (18V325000)

air bags recall reported May 16, 2018.

NHTSA campaign number: 18V325000
Also written as: 18V-325
Reported: May 16, 2018
Component: air bags

What is being recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Audi S5 Cabriolet vehicles equipped with Super Sport seats. The seat-mounted head/thorax air bag in the front passenger seat may have been folded incorrectly during installation.

Why it is dangerous

If the air bag was not folded correctly during installation, the seat-mounted air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat-mounted head/thorax air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69W6.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-325 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Audi S5 - 2018

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