NHTSA Recall 21V492000: Air bag/restraint control module (air bags)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 379 vehicles. It affects 2020–2021 Volkswagen Jetta.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V492000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 69CK |
| Component | AIR BAGS › AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE |
| Report received | June 30, 2021 |
| Owner notification | January 28, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jetta and Jetta GLI vehicles. The air bag control module was welded in the incorrect position.
Safety risk
Incorrect positioning of the air bag control module can cause the vehicle's air bags to deploy improperly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, the vehicle's air bags can deploy unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air bag control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69CK.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V492000
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.