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CriticalREC-006189Published 26 November 2024View official notice ↗

2016 Volkswagen Crafter

Affected
76
Category
Cars
Campaign
69DW
Supplier
Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd
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The defect

Note: This is an extension of REC-001676.If the vehicle has been exposed to high temperatures and humidity fluctuations over a long period the airbag inflator propellant may degrade. If the vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the front passenger airbag, the airbag inflator may explode/rupture.

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The hazard

Metal fragments from the airbag inflator may propel out through the airbag cushion towards vehicle occupants, causing serious injury or death.

The remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd and are asked to arrange with their nearest authorised Volkswagen dealership to have the work carried out free of charge.

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What to do

  1. 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 76 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
  2. 2Contact Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd on 1800 504 076 to arrange inspection and repair.
  3. 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
  4. 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
Contact details
Contact:
Volkswagen Group Australia
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