FWD C&C 2016: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
| Make : FWD | Model : C&C | Year : 2016 |
| Build Dates : 2015-11-18 - 2016-06-03 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 17V287000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2017-06-26 | Date Received by ODI: 2017-04-28 | Date Added to Database: 2017-05-02 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 72G5 | ||
| Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 23 | ||
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Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2016-2017 CC vehicles. Incorrect front seat head restraints "rests" may have been installed, possibly resulting in the seat occupant's head being inadequately restrained in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard "FMVSS" number 202a, "Head Restraints." |
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Consequence:
If the seat occupant's head is inadequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury. |
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Remedy:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72G5. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 202 | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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