VW Passat and Golf Cabriolet recall: Driver’s air bag may not deploy correctly if activated
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Drivers airbag may not deploy correctly if activated.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. On the affected vehicles the airbag unit for the driver is to be checked and if necessary the gas generator replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Drivers airbag may not deploy correctly if activated.
The fix
On the affected vehicles the airbag unit for the driver is to be checked and if necessary the gas generator replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passat | 22 May 1998 | 22 Dec 1999 | 300 |
| Golf Cabriolet | 22 May 1998 | 22 Dec 1999 | 300 |
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 11 October 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.