Air bags: knee bolsterRecall 21V-595 · 2021 Audi E-TRON
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 21V-595 covers 58 2021 Audi E-TRON for a air bags: knee bolster problem, reported to NHTSA on August 2, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V595000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
98%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.