Volkswagen AG is recalling as many as 420,000 cars in the U.S.to fix a flaw that may prevent their air bags from deploying in an accident.
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The recall includes Passat model years 2010 to 2014.
The recalled vehicles are the CC, Passat, and Tiguan with model years 2010 to 2014; the Eos and Jetta with model years 2010 to 2013; the Golf and GTI with model years 2011 to 2014; and the Jetta SportWagen with model years 2011 to 2013.
On certain vehicles, the steering wheel clock spring could become contaminated with long hair or long fibers which may cause a displacement of the internal guide loops.
Should the cable tear, the electrical connection to the driver’s front airbag may be lost, causing the airbag monitoring indicator light to illuminate.
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The recall comes as the German group struggles to overcome under-performance in the world’s second-largest auto market, where the sale of VW-branded cars has plunged. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says dirt can draw a wires which keeps one discuss packaging electrified, that can result in a lack of success to install. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987.
