NHTSA Recall 21V595000: Dashboard (structure) and knee bolster (air bags)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 58 vehicles. It affects 2021 Audi e-tron.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V595000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 68H6 |
| Components | STRUCTURE › INTERIOR PANELS › DASHBOARD; AIR BAGS › KNEE BOLSTER |
| Report received | August 2, 2021 |
| Owner notification | August 27, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi E-Tron Quattro and E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles. The right hinge pin for the glove box cover may not be properly secured, allowing the glove box lid trim to interfere with the knee air bag during deployment.
Safety risk
An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the glove box, and secure the hinge pin as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 68H6.
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 21V595000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Audi e-tron | 2021 |
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.