VW Golf, Golf Estate, Golf Sv recall: Passenger airbag may not deploy as intended
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- There is a possible faulty weld to the gas generator. If the airbag is deployed there is a potential danger to the vehicle occupants by gas generator parts being ejected into the cabin.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag inflator unit.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
There is a possible faulty weld to the gas generator. If the airbag is deployed there is a potential danger to the vehicle occupants by gas generator parts being ejected into the cabin.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag inflator unit.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1 Jul 2014 | 15 Nov 2014 | 21 |
| Golf Estate | 1 Jul 2014 | 15 Nov 2014 | 21 |
| Golf Sv | 1 Jul 2014 | 15 Nov 2014 | 21 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 2 February 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.