Audi A5: Airbag/belt Tensioners May Not Trigger In Event Of An Accident

Recall Summary Audi is recalling 15,732 vehicles (A1, A4, A5, A6, A7, and A8 models) because a manufacturing error may prevent airbags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying during a crash. Affected vehicle owners should have the airbag assembly and seat belt pretensioners inspected and replaced if necessary. This recall applies to vehicles sold in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
AUDI
Product
Vehicles: AUDI A5, AUDI A7, AUDI A8, AUDI A1, AUDI A6, AUDI A4. Units affected: 15,732
Reason
Due to an error in the manufacturing process the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioner may not trigger in the event of a collision Remedy: On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly and seta belt pretensioner where necessary.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2017-02-20
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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