Recall 22V945000: 2015–2016 Volkswagen Beetle, 2015–2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 21, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- 37,558
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Beetle and Beetle Convertibles vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
The risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed October 26, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69EM.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2016 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
- 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V945000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 69EM
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Oct 26, 2023
- Components
- Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module (Airbags)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology