NHTSA Recall 19V535000: Air bag/restraint control module (air bags)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27,822 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volkswagen Cc.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V535000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 69Z5 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE |
| Report received | July 17, 2019 |
| Owner notification | November 25, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Safety risk
Deactivated air bags increases the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Z5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V535000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.