VW recall: Replace front passenger airbag
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The front passenger airbag may be faulty. In the event of an accident-related deployment the front passenger airbag may have a reduced protective effect also the gas generator housing may burst and components of the gas generator housing may come loose and cause serious or…
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. The passenger airbag must be replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The front passenger airbag may be faulty. In the event of an accident-related deployment the front passenger airbag may have a reduced protective effect also the gas generator housing may burst and components of the gas generator housing may come loose and cause serious or deadly injuries to vehicle occupants.
The fix
The passenger airbag must be replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polo | 9 Oct 2023 | 28 Mar 2025 | 563 |
| Taigo | 9 Sep 2022 | 6 Feb 2025 | 28 |
| Passat | 20 Jan 2025 | 17 Mar 2025 | 10 |
| ID.7 | 22 Aug 2024 | 13 May 2025 | 1,154 |
| ID.Buzz | 1 Sep 2022 | 21 May 2025 | 312 |
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 9 June 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.