Volkswagen Recall 6,671 Car Units In Malaysia, Including GTI Gen 6 Golf Because Of This Problem

Volkswagen recall regarding airbags. (Doc.Volkswagen Malaysia)

JAKARTA - Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) announced a recall or recall regarding airbag problems in a number of VW vehicle models produced between 2010 and 2014.

Quoted from the Paultan page, Wednesday, December 27, a total of 6,671 vehicles have been identified in connection with the problem. Several models include sixth generation GTI Golf, Eos, Passat CC, Polo and Vento produced from 2010-2013, as well as Beetle units produced between 2012 and 2014.

The company expressed concern regarding the unit, where there could be damage to the fuel generator due to high humidity, and temperature fluctuations over the long term, which could result in potential injuries to drivers and passengers.

In response, the company has taken steps with dealer partners to ensure the availability of spare parts, and the recall is carried out smoothly and efficiently, with the national withdrawal being carried out in stages to control the number of cases.

Like a recall in several models, replacement of spare parts is done free of charge, aka free of charge, so the owner is just waiting for the replacement.

As is well known, all notifications to identified owners based on the Volkswagen database will be made via email and WhatsApp, and customers who purchase the vehicle model listed above from the previous owner or used car dealer are advised to immediately contact the nearest Volkswagen authorized dealer for verification.