VW recall: Driver airbag generator housing could come loose
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Increased humidity may have got into the propellant of the gas generator for the drivers air bag.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. The gas generator of the front airbag on the driver side is replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Increased humidity may have got into the propellant of the gas generator for the drivers air bag.
The fix
The gas generator of the front airbag on the driver side is replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passat | 1 Jan 2002 | 31 Dec 2002 | 786 |
| Bora | 1 Jan 2002 | 31 Dec 2002 | 786 |
| Golf | 1 Jan 2002 | 31 Dec 2002 | 786 |
| Transporter | 1 Jan 2002 | 31 Dec 2002 | 786 |
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 24 January 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.