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- AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jetta and Jetta GLI vehicles. The air bag control module was welded in the incorrect position.
- Risk
- Incorrect positioning of the air bag control module can cause the vehicle's air bags to deploy improperly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, the vehicle's air bags can deploy unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the air bag control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69CK.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2020-2021 Volkswagen Jetta and Jetta GLI vehicles have an air bag control module that was welded in the wrong position. This can cause the air bags to deploy improperly during a crash, raising the risk of injury. The air bags can also deploy unintentionally, which increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the air bag control module at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. If you have questions, you can contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, referencing recall number 69CK.
Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected, and contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer to schedule the free repair.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Jetta | 20202021 |
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