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NHTSA Recall 20V274000: Inflator module (air bags)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 153 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Audi A6.

153
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2020
owners notified (June 24)
NHTSA campaign20V274000
Manufacturer campaign70H6
ComponentAIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE
Report receivedMay 13, 2020
Owner notificationJune 24, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi A6, A6 Allroad and A7 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, the passenger air bag may not properly deploy and inflate, and small plastic parts may enter the cabin, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panels, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70H6.

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 20V274000

Make and modelModel years
Audi A62020
Audi A72020
Audi Allroad2020

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.