NHTSA recall 19V-218 (19V218000)
air bags recall reported March 20, 2019 - about 3 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V218000
- Also written as
- 19V-218
- Manufacturer number
- 69Y8
- Reported
- March 20, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~3
- Component
- air bags
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas and 2020 Passat vehicles. An incorrect driver and/or front passenger side impact air bag may have been installed.
Why it is dangerous
In an event of a side impact crash, an incorrect side airbag may not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volkswagen has inspected and replaced the side air bags, free of charge. The recall was completed in April 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y8.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-218 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.