The problem
Volkswagen is recalling approximately 5,000 my 2009 cc vehicles. Some affected vehicles May have an incorrectly routed right front passenger seat belt buckle wiring harness, creating the potential for wires to become damaged when the seat is moved fully up or down or back and forth. If this wiring damage occurs, the airbag control module will switch to a fallback algorithm and deactivate the passenger's frontal air bag.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the passenger's frontal airbag will not deploy and will not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and adjust the routing of the right front passenger seat belt wiring harness. If a damaged wiring harness is found, the harness will be replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during April 2009. Owners May contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 09V-097 (09V097000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 69H3/S3 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly |
| Report date | March 24, 2009 |
| Owners notified | April 8, 2009 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 09V-097 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and adjust the routing of the right front passenger seat belt wiring harness. If a damaged wiring harness is found, the harness will be replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during April 2009.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,000 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.