Volkswagen Routan: Air bags — sensor/control module-inactive

Affects Volkswagen Routan · 2009 — about 1K vehicles.

The hazard

If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Additionally, the air bags may inadvertently deploy, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

VW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began April 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational