Recall 17V287000

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Report Date

20170428

Component

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 CC vehicles. Incorrect front seat head restraints (rests) may have been installed, possibly resulting in the seat occupant's head being inadequately restrained in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."

Safety Consequence

If the seat occupant's head is inadequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72G5.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2016	VOLKSWAGEN	CC
2017	VOLKSWAGEN	CC

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.