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NHTSA : 17V287000

Campaign Details

Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Defect Description

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."

Consequence / Hazard

If the seat occupant's head is inadequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.

Proposed Solution

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.

🚗 Affected Vehicles2

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.