Audi E-tron recall (21V595000)

Audi · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 21V595000
Report Received: 2021-08-02
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Make: Audi
Model(s): E-TRON
Model Year(s): 2021
Component: STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Potentially Affected Units: 58

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi E-Tron Quattro and E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles. The right hinge pin for the glove box cover may not be properly secured, allowing the glove box lid trim to interfere with the knee air bag during deployment.

Consequence

An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the glove box, and secure the hinge pin as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 68H6.

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