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An official ACCC notice concerns Volkswagen Polo A5 MY2010-2014. 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 2019-07-19.
What to do now
Volkswagen will be contacting affected consumers. Owners of affected vehicles can also contact the Volkswagen Recall Campaign Hotline on 1800 504 076 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am-8pm AEST) or visit https://www.volkswagen.com.au/app/locals/find-dealer to arrange for a replacement airbag inflator free of charge. Consumers who are unsure whether they are affected can also use the Volkswagen VIN look-up/FAQ tool at https://www.volkswagen.com.au/app/locals/owners-service/airbag-safety-recall/ Alternatively, consumers can use their registration plate number to check if their vehicle is affected by visiting: 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
b814da17-44b7-489d-a8b5-2c21ac0da6fc
Official notice
2019-07-19
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The hazard
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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