Audi Q5: Curtain Airbag Cylinder May Corrode Leading To Possible Rear Passenger Injury
Audi Q5 Recall Summary Audi is recalling 14,157 Q5 vehicles because water can leak through a faulty panoramic sunroof drain into the headliner, potentially corroding the curtain airbag's pressure cylinder. A corroded cylinder may suddenly release pressure and fragments, risking injury to rear passengers. Dealers will inspect for water seepage, check and treat corroded cylinders, and remove foam around the cylinder.
- Recalling firm
- AUDI
- Product
- Vehicles: AUDI Q5. Units affected: 14,157
- Reason
- If the water drain in the area of the panoramic sunroof is not functioning properly water can seep into the vehicle�s headliner. If sufficient water accumulates the foam adjacent to the pressure cylinder of the curtain airbag can become wet and cause the pressure cylinder to corrode. The corrosion can weaken the cylinder causing sudden pressure release possibly with fragments. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check for water seepage and the drainage is correct from the panoramic sunroof area. Check the pressure cylinders for corrosion treat with anti-corrosion...
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2017-05-15
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/e6344a9f-50e9-4866-85df-4c8ac39f41d2