NHTSA recall 21V595000
Air bags › Knee bolster
Audi E-Tron
Reported Aug 2, 202158 vehicles affectedVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Maker’s number 68H6
The 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.
The risk
An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The 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.
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