Several Volkswagen models have been recalled in Canada due to potentially dangerous defects in the air bag system.
A recall has been initiated by Volkswagen for the Beetle models produced between 2017 and 2019, along with the Passat models from the years 2006, 2007, 2012, 2013, and 2014.
The airbag issue impacts 8,892 vehicles, according to recall notices published by Transport Canada on Oct. 30 and revised Nov. 4.
The notices say that airbag inflators in affected Volkswagen vehicles could potentially rupture during deployment, propelling fragments toward passengers.
“If the vehicle is involved in a crash requiring an airbag deployment, the airbag inflator could rupture and create a risk of injury,” the notice says….