Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The occupant classification sensor in your vehicle is a mat that sits under the seat to detect if someone is sitting there. In your Audi, this mat can wear out over time due to stress and normal use.
Risk if Unfixed
If the mat wears out, your front passenger airbag might not deploy correctly in a crash. This could leave the person sitting in the passenger seat more vulnerable to injury.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will install a special repair kit to make sure the airbag system works properly, and this repair is completely free. You'll be notified when it's time to bring your vehicle in, and you should schedule the appointment as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
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