NHTSA recall 02V275000
Air bags › Frontal
Audi A6
Reported Oct 9, 2002170 vehicles affectedVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCMaker’s number LNBuilt Aug 21, 2002 – Aug 22, 2002
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3-spoke sport steering wheels, it IS possible that the igniter for the driver's side air bag may not have been properly assembled.
The risk
An improperly positioned igniter will not activate the air bag in the event of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the air bags. owner notification began november 18, 2002. owners should contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.