Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Audi S5 Cabriolet vehicles equipped with Super Sport seats. The seat-mounted head/thorax air bag in the front passenger seat may have been folded incorrectly during installation.
Safety Consequence
If the air bag was not folded correctly during installation, the seat-mounted air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat-mounted head/thorax air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69W6.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | AUDI | S5 CABRIOLET |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.