NHTSA recall 21V-595 (21V595000)
structure recall reported August 2, 2021 - about 58 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V595000
- Also written as
- 21V-595
- Manufacturer number
- 68H6
- Reported
- August 2, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~58
- Component
- structure
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi E-Tron Quattro and E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles. The right hinge pin for the glove box cover may not be properly secured, allowing the glove box lid trim to interfere with the knee air bag during deployment.
Why it is dangerous
An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect the glove box, and secure the hinge pin as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 68H6.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-595 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.