2018 Volkswagen Atlas and Volkswagen Tiguan recall: inflator module

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 6, 2018. It covers about 821 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 821
reported: Jun 6, 2018
owners notified: Jul 19, 2018
related complaints: 115

Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan vehicles. In the event of a crash, the passenger frontal air bag may tear or not properly unfold during deployment.
Risk: If the air bag were to tear or unfold incorrectly during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69W8, and 69W9.

Recall number 18V375000

Affected vehicles

Volkswagen Atlas 2018 2018
Volkswagen Tiguan 2018 2018

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 115 complaints about airbags problems.

2018 Volkswagen Atlas 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Questions about recall 18V375000

Is there a recall on the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas and Volkswagen Tiguan inflator module?

Yes. Recall 18V375000, reported on June 6, 2018, covers about 821 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V375000?

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69W8, and 69W9.

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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