Recall 20V785000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | VOLKSWAGEN | BEETLE |
| 2012 | VOLKSWAGEN | BEETLE CONVERTIBLE |
| 2013 | VOLKSWAGEN | BEETLE |
| 2013 | VOLKSWAGEN | BEETLE CONVERTIBLE |
| 2014 | VOLKSWAGEN | BEETLE |
| 2014 | VOLKSWAGEN | BEETLE CONVERTIBLE |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.