NHTSA recall 18V406000
Air Bags · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2003 Volkswagen Passat sedan, Jetta, Jetta Wagon, Golf, Eurovan, Eurovan Camper Van and Eurovan chassis vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2003 Volkswagen Eurovan, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 2003 Volkswagen Jetta, 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 18V406000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.