NHTSA recall 21V470000
Air Bags · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2000-2001 Audi tt Coupe, TT Roadster, 2000-2002 a4, and s4 vehicles equipped with non-azide driver Air bag inflators (nadi) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the nadi inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver frontal airbag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2000 Audi A4, 2001 Audi A4, 2002 Audi A4, 2000 Audi S4, 2001 Audi S4, 2002 Audi S4, 2000 Audi Tt, 2001 Audi Tt.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 21V470000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.