Date: 06.12.2011
Component: Air Bags > Side/window
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Of America, Inc
Description:
Volkswagen is recalling certain model 2012 audi a6 vehicles manufactured from april 8, 2011, through may 26, 2011. due to a problem in the stitching process of the curtain air bag, the seam of the air bag may not be stitched properly.
Consequencs:
In the event of a crash, the head curtain air bag may not deploy and will not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of an injury.
Notes:
Volkswagen will notify all owners and dealers will replace the left and/or right curtain air bag free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during january 2012. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Date: 20.01.2015
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline > Fuel Injection System > Fuel Rail
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Description:
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 audi s4, s5, q7, 2012 audi a6, volkswagen touareg hybrid, and 2012-2013 audi a7 vehicles. in the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
Consequencs:
A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Notes:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. the recall began on march 17, 2015. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 24ap for audi customers and 24bk for volkswagen customers.
