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2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet recall: side/window

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 16, 2018. It covers about 548 vehicles.

vehicles affected
548
reported
May 16, 2018
owners notified
Jul 13, 2018

Air bags: side/window

What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Audi S5 Cabriolet vehicles equipped with Super Sport seats. The seat-mounted head/thorax air bag in the front passenger seat may have been folded incorrectly during installation.
Risk
If the air bag was not folded correctly during installation, the seat-mounted air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat-mounted head/thorax air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69W6.

Recall number 18V325000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V325000

Is there a recall on the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet side/window?

Yes. Recall 18V325000, reported on May 16, 2018, covers about 548 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V325000?

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat-mounted head/thorax air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69W6.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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