The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, a wiring harness condition exists that May deactivate the passenger side frontal air bag even under circumstances when it should remain activated.
The risk
If this condition occurs, both the air bag warning light in the instrument cluster and the "passenger air bag off" telltale in the center of the instrument panel will properly illuminate. Consequently, the passenger side frontal air bag would not deploy in the case of a frontal crash.
The fix
Dealers will modify the wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2005. Owners May contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-522 (05V522000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | JJ |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags |
| Report date | November 16, 2005 |
| Owners notified | November 30, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,530 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-522 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will modify the wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2005. Owners May contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,530 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.