An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags — Frontal

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle and Beetle Convertible 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.

Actions

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BC.

Documents (3)

• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: December 22, 2020 Advance Notice – Safety Recall 69BC / Driver Frontal Airbag (Takata SDI-D Inflator)

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