Audi Q5 recalled over possible metal fragments

Recall date

January 28, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalls 2015 Audi Q5, Tiguan

Recall number

16V045000

Brand / firm

Audi, Volkswagen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 734 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of a seat-mounted air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What was recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles manufactured January 15, 2015, to January 21, 2015, and 2015 Audi Q5 vehicles manufactured January 13, 2015, to February 3, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with driver and front seat passenger seat-mounted air bag inflators that may rupture in the event of a crash.

What to do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69M1 (for Audi) and 69L9 (for VW).. Follow the official notice for full instructions.