Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) is a critical part that helps your passenger air bag deploy in a crash. In some 2017-2019 Audi models, the cable that connects this system can break down, causing the air bag to think there's a problem and shut off.
Risk if Unfixed
If the passenger air bag is disabled, you're at a higher risk of injury if you're a passenger in a crash. In a severe collision, you could get hurt more seriously because the air bag won't deploy to help protect you.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will fix this by securing the connecting cable with special ties – and it won't cost you a thing. Just schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles. Oxidation on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) connecting cable may cause the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 74D9.
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