NHTSA recall 19V-862 (19V862000)

What is being recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Passat, 2011-2014 Golf A6, and 2011-2013 Audi A3 diesel vehicles, thought to have been previously repaired under one of the Takata air bag recalls. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Why it is dangerous

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69R6, 69Q8, 69Q9, and 69Y5.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-862 when calling a dealer.

Affected 3 models

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.