Recall 19V218000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Report Date

20190320

Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas and 2020 Passat vehicles. An incorrect driver and/or front passenger side impact air bag may have been installed.

Safety Consequence

In an event of a side impact crash, an incorrect side airbag may not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Volkswagen has inspected and replaced the side air bags, free of charge. The recall was completed in April 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y8.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2019	VOLKSWAGEN	ATLAS
2020	VOLKSWAGEN	PASSAT

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