An incorrectly folded air bag can deploy with too much force, increasing the risk of injury.

Air Bags — Passenger Side Frontal — Cushion

Date Announced
SEP 02, 2020
Vehicles Affected
1,829
Volkswagen Recall #
69AY
NHTSA Campaign #
20V533000
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Passat vehicles. The passenger frontal air bag may have been folded incorrectly affecting its deployment force. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Actions
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began October 14, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-888-241-2289. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69AY.
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