Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) in your Audi relies on a special mat in the front passenger seat to sense your weight and position. Over time, stress or wear on this mat can cause it to malfunction.
Risk if Unfixed
If the PODS system fails, the airbag in front of the passenger seat might not deploy properly in a crash, which could leave the passenger more vulnerable to injury.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty mat and PODS module with a new repair kit, free of charge. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it 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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