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Audi A4 (8E) and Audi A6 (4F) MY2005-2011
Official notice
9 Dec 2018
Last checked
9 Dec 2018
An official ACCC notice concerns Audi A4 (8E) and Audi A6 (4F) MY2005-2011. In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality. Published 2018-12-09.
What to do now
Owners of affected vehicles should contact their local Audi dealership or Audi head office directly via https://forms.audi.com.au/locate-a-dealer ui=audi&utm_source=audi.com.au to arrange for a replacement airbag inflator free of charge. Consumers who are unsure whether they are affected can also use Audi's VIN look-up tool https://www.audi.com.au/au/web/en/owners/Takata-Airbag-Safety-Recall.html or contact Audi on 1800 856 770 (Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm AEST) or contact their preferred dealer. Alternatively, consumers can use their registration plate number to check if their vehicle is affected by going to http://www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published. Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall
Recall number
8019f71d-be0d-48d4-9200-f56ee29c7409
Official notice
2018-12-09
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In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality.
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