recall information
Recall number
REC-001406
PRA number
2017/16019
Campaign number
69P4
Original published date
Last updated date
make and model information
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF, SCIROCCO, TIGUAN, PASSAT, TRANSPORTER, MULTIVAN
Year range
2015 - 2017
Affected units
339
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Variations in the mixture ratio of the airbag propellant may prevent the airbag and/or the belt tensioner from deploying in the event of an accident.
What are the hazards?
If the airbag or the belt tensioners are not deployed correctly in an accident, the risk of injury increases.
What should consumers do?
A letter is being sent to affected owners of the vehicles. For further information, customers can contact their local Volkswagen Authorised Service Centre or contact Volkswagen Customer Care on 1800 607 822.
Supplier details
Volkswagen Group Australia
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
