NHTSA Campaign Id 02V275000; Date: Oct. 9, 2002
An improperly positioned igniter will not activate the air bag in the event of a crash.
2003 Audi A6
Component: Air Bags:frontal
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 170
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3-spoke sport steering wheels, it is possible that the igniter for the driver's side air bag may not have been properly assembled.
Dealers will replace the air bags. Owner notification began November 18, 2002. Owners should contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 18, 2002
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