Airbag Recall Exercise For Volkswagen

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) is calling on affected VW owners to visit authorised Volkswagen dealerships to undergo inspection related to the Takata airbag recall exercise. The recall affects Volkswagen models produced between 2010 and 2014. VPCM has identified a total of 6,671 vehicles that need to undergo an inspection.

The affected models include the 6th generation VW Golf GTI, Eos, Passat CC, Beetle, Polo and Vento as they are equipped with a specific driver front airbag gas generator housing. The concern with the front driver airbag housing generator is caused by deterioration of the generator’s propellant due to high air humidity and temperature fluctuations over a long period of time. This could then lead to potential injury on the driver and passenger.

VPCM has taken the necessary steps with its dealer partners to ensure parts availability and that the recall is conducted smoothly and efficiently. The nationwide recall will be carried out in phases to manage the number of cases.

All notifications to identified owners, based on Volkswagen’s database, will be conducted by email and WhatsApp. For customers who purchased the vehicle from a previous owner or a used car dealership, you are advised to urgently contact the nearest Volkswagen authorised dealer for verification.

Should parts replacement be required in the event of parts replacement, all labour and replacement parts for this service will be at no cost to owners.

You can visit https://www.volkswagen.com.my/volkswagen-service/repair-and-service/service-action to key in your 17-digit VIN number (found at the bottom left of your vehicle’s windscreen) and check if you are affected by this recall.