NHTSA recall 18V836000
Air Bags · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Sportback and 2017-2018 Audi A4 Allroad vehicles. A passenger air bag module mounting screw may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly affecting the deployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: If the air bag does not deploy correctly in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of an injury.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag mounting screw, tightening or replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2017 Audi A4 Allroad, 2018 Audi A4 Allroad, 2018 Audi A5.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 18V836000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.