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VOLKSWAGEN issued a recall on multiple vehicle models
· Published by Transport Canada · Official notice
Details
Alert type: Recall
Category: Car
Department: Transport Canada
Notification type: Safety Industry
System: Seats And Restraints
Units affected: 1,997
Products
| Model | Make | Model year(s) affected |
|---|---|---|
| A8 | AUDI | 1995, 1996, 1997 |
More recalls for these vehicles
The issue
THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS COULD ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL. ACTIVATION OF THE AIR BAG UNDER THESE CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE INJURY.CORRECTION: A GROUND WIRE WILL BE INSTALLED ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.