NHTSA recall 22V471000
Air Bags · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 1998 Audi a8 and 1997-1998 Audi a4 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 inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to explode or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Why it matters: The inflator could explode during air bag deployment, resulting in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternative inflator of a different design, free of charge. Owner notification letters were sent September 21, 2021.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1997 Audi A4, 1998 Audi A4, 1998 Audi A8.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 22V471000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.