NHTSA recall 22V945000
Air Bags · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Beetle and Beetle convertibles vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Why it matters: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed October 26, 2023.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2015 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
- 2016 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
All model years NHTSA lists
2015 Volkswagen Beetle, 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 22V945000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.