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March 20, 2019
Incorrect Side Impact Air Bag Installed
In an event of a side impact crash, an incorrect side airbag may not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V218
Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Components QUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected 3
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas and 2020 Passat vehicles. An incorrect driver and/or front passenger side impact air bag may have been installed.
Remedy
Volkswagen has inspected and replaced the side air bags, free of charge. The recall was completed in April 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 69Y8.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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