VOLKSWAGEN Up!

Published 2013-09-06

What the hazard is

This error will result in the side crash sensors not working, meaning that potential faults will not be recognised and the airbag warning light will not be illuminated.

What to do

A letter is being sent to affected owners of the vehicles. For further information, customers can contact their local Volkswagen Authorised Service Centre or contact Volkswagen Customer care on 1800 607 822

Defect

A small number of vehicles may have had airbags fitted that were not correctly programmed. If vehicles have the incorrect settings the diagnosis function of the side crash sensors is deactivated.

Read the official notice on vehiclerecalls.gov.au

Data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au. autozoo is an independent service. A repair under a recall is free to the owner.