VW recalls over 140 Polos, several Taigos over airbag fault
Volkswagen South Africa is recalling 142 Polo and eight Taigo vehicles over a passenger airbag fault, according to the National Consumer Commission (NCC).
If the vehicles were involved in an accident, a fault with the airbag gas generator could result in 'a reduced protective effect by the front passenger airbag and an increased risk of injury to the passenger.'
'Furthermore, the gas generator housing may burst, or components of the gas generator housing may come loose and cause serious or deadly injuries to vehicle occupants,' the NCC said.
According to VW, 141 Polos were made available for sale nationally from 20 December 2022, while one Polo and eight Taigo vehicles were made available for sale from 29 January 2024.
The NCC said affected consumers had to deactivate the front passenger airbag and refrain from using the seat.
They also needed to bring their vehicle to any Volkswagen-approved dealer to have it checked and, if necessary, have the affected parts replaced.
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