The company identified an issue where the wiring could disable the front passenger airbag despite the seat being occupied, increasing injury risk during crashes. The recall will start with owner notifications slated for August 16.
Volkswagen recently announced this safety concern following another significant recall in May for its electric ID.4 SUV over software issues. The current problem involves the Passenger Occupant Detection System which might fail due to potentially faulty wiring. This urgent recall aims to mitigate any dangers that could arise from the malfunctioning airbags in these popular SUV models.
To address this issue, Volkswagen dealers are set to replace both the sensor mat and wiring harness associated with the airbag system at no charge to vehicle owners. Owners of affected vehicles should receive direct communication from Volkswagen by mid-August on how to proceed with repairs.
Customers looking for more information can contact Volkswagen directly at 800-893-5298 using recall reference number 69PZ or can reach out to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration via their hotline at 888-327-4236 or through their website for more details on how they can check their vehicle's identification number (VIN).
Regarding these recalled models, the VW Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport have been well-received since their respective launches as spacious family SUVs offering various amenities and safety features. This step serves as a proactive measure by Volkswagen to ensure customer safety is maintained across their vehicle lineup.
Source: Cars.com
