CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. A component within the front, rear, and rear center seat belt retractor pretensioners may detach after the seatbelt retractor pretensioner is deployed in the event of a crash.
- Risk
- Although, the seat belt will operate as intended in the event of a crash, the pretensioner component may be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the safety belt retractors/pretensioners, free of charge. The recall began on June 28,2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 69O8.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2017 Audi A5 and S5 Cabriolets have a seat belt retractor pretensioner, the front, rear, and rear center units, where a component may detach after the pretensioner fires during a crash. The seat belt will still work as intended in a crash, but the loose part can become a projectile inside the cabin, which raises the risk of injury to occupants.
If you own a 2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet or S5 Cabriolet, contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi will notify affected owners, and the replacement of the safety belt retractors and pretensioners is free at an authorized dealer. Volkswagen's recall number is 69O8.
You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls to confirm whether your car is included and still needs the repair.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi A5 Cabriolet | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Audi S5 Cabriolet | 2017 |