Skoda Octavia: Passenger Airbag May Not Deploy As Intended

Summary Four Skoda Octavia vehicles are being recalled because the front passenger airbag may contain a faulty weld on the gas generator. If the airbag deploys, this defect could cause parts to break apart and injure occupants. The manufacturer will replace the front passenger airbag module with a correctly manufactured one.

Recalling firm

SKODA

Product

Vehicles: SKODA OCTAVIA. Units affected: 4

Reason

There is a possibility of a faulty weld on the gas generator. If the airbag is deployed there is a risk that parts could be projected into the cabin with risk of injury to the occupants. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the front passenger air bag module with a correctly manufactured version.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2018-02-07

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/581beb53-1047-41ed-8428-396087668f40