If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Air Bags
Air Bags — Frontal — Sensor/Control Module-Inactive

Date Announced
MAY 27, 2016
Vehicles Affected
8,381
Audi Recall #
69O1
NHTSA Campaign #
16V376000
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Audi A4, A5, and Q5 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.
Actions
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O1.
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