Passenger car

What is the danger

Volkswagen has been informed by its current supplier that driver-airbag gas generators from the original manufacturer Takata (‘NADI’ (non-azide driver inflator) generators) produced during 1997-1999 may be faulty. VW used these gas generators exclusively in vehicles with a wooden steering-wheel rim (at that time an equipment option). Internal investigations have shown that in the event of an accident the restraining effect of the deployed NADI driver airbag might not always be fully guaranteed. Compliance with the statutory requirements in force for protection by an airbag in the event of an accident is thus not ensured.

Measures taken

1. Recall of the product from end users Voluntary measuresTaken by: Manufacturer

Product

Description

Vehicles equipped with Takata NADI (Non-Azide Driver Inflator) airbag inflator.

Brand

VW

Model / type

Type-approval numbers: e1*98/14*0043*, e1*98/14*0070, Types: 3B, 1E

Barcode

69AR, 69CO

Batch

05.11.1997 - 20.08.2000