NHTSA campaign 21V595000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 21V595000

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.

Reported 08/02/2021

What can happen

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

Repair

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.

Components

  • Air bags: Knee bolster
  • Structure: Interior panels: Dashboard

Affected years and models

A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.