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NHTSARecalled 2017-04-28

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. — SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Is my product affected?

2017 VOLKSWAGEN CC; 2016 VOLKSWAGEN CC

  • Brand VOLKSWAGEN

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Volkswagen is recalling certain 2016-2017 CC vehicles because incorrect front seat head restraints may have been installed. If a crash occurs, an occupant's head may not be adequately restrained, increasing the risk of injury. These vehicles do not meet federal safety standards for head restraints.

Volkswagen will notify owners and replace the front seat head restraints at no cost. The recall began on June 26, 2017. Affected consumers should contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule an appointment, and reference recall number 72G5.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

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

What should I do?

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.

Details from the source

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."

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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