2016 Volkswagen Beetle Recuerda
NHTSA ID DE CAMPAÑA: 22V945000
RECUERDA LA FECHA: 2022-12-21
RESUMEN
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Beetle and Beetle Convertibles vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
CONSECUENCIAS
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
REMEDIO
Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available; anticipated September 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69EM.
COMPONENTE AFECTADO
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
NOTAS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
