REC-006189

active

2016 VOLKSWAGEN Crafter

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 26 November 2024

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.

Hazard

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

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.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au