CarRecallWatch- Component
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed October 26, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69EM.
- 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
The driver's side airbag inflator may rupture because its propellant degrades over long-term exposure to high humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature changes. When the inflator explodes, sharp metal fragments can be sent toward the driver or other occupants.
This can cause serious injury or death. Owners should not wait to act on this recall.
Authorized Volkswagen dealers will replace the driver's side airbag free of charge. Owners who received the notification letter mailed on October 26, 2023 can follow the instructions in it, or contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls to confirm whether your car is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Beetle | 20152016 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Beetle Convertible | 20152016 |