Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The automatic locking retractor in the rear seat belt is a safety mechanism that helps secure a child seat. In some 2021 Volkswagen and Audi models, it might stop working too early, which can leave a child seat unsecured.
Risk if Unfixed
If the retractor fails, a child seat might not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury to a child during a crash. This is a serious safety concern that you should address as soon as possible.
Free Fix
Your authorized Volkswagen or Audi dealer will inspect and replace the rear seat belt assemblies at no cost to you. Schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice, and you'll have the peace of mind of knowing your child's safety is ensured.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
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