Recall
Volkswagen Passat — 19V218000
NHTSA ID
19V218000
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2019-03-20
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Units Affected
3
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
69Y8
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas and 2020 Passat vehicles. An incorrect driver and/or front passenger side impact air bag may have been installed.
Consequence
In an event of a side impact crash, an incorrect side airbag may not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen has inspected and replaced the side air bags, free of charge. The recall was completed in April 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y8.