Recall 24V-834: 2017–2019 Volkswagen Beetle, 2017–2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible and 1 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Oct 30, 2024, covering about 248,330 vehicles.
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Beetle, Beetle Convertible, 2012-2014 Passat, 2017 Passat Wagon, and 2006-2007 Passat Sedan vehicles. The driver's side frontal 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 front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69EG, 69GQ, and 69E6.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V834000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Beetle | 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Volkswagen Beetle Convertible | 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Volkswagen Passat | 2006, 2007, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V-834?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Beetle, Beetle Convertible, 2012-2014 Passat, 2017 Passat Wagon, and 2006-2007 Passat Sedan vehicles. The driver's side frontal air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
How is recall 24V-834 fixed?
Dealers will replace the driver's side front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69EG, 69GQ, and 69E6.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.