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VOLKSWAGEN issued a recall on PASSAT, BEETLE models
· Published by Transport Canada · Official notice
Details
Alert type: Recall
Category: Car
Department: Transport Canada
Notification type: Safety Mfr
System: Airbag
Units affected: 18,995
Manufacturer Recall #: 69GQ/69EG/69E6
Products
| Make | Model | Model year(s) affected |
|---|---|---|
| VOLKSWAGEN | BEETLE | 2019 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | BEETLE | 2017 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | BEETLE | 2018 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | PASSAT | 2013 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | PASSAT | 2014 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | PASSAT | 2007 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | PASSAT | 2012 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | PASSAT | 2006 |
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Issue
On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, may eventually degrade the propellant contained in the driver-front airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. If the airbag inflator ruptures, fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants or cause damage to the airbag assembly, preventing its proper function.
Safety Risk
If the vehicle is involved in a crash requiring an airbag deployment, the airbag inflator could rupture and create a risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the driver-front airbag.