Reason for recall: Due to an incorrect manufacturing process swarf may accumulate in the airbag control module and cause a short circuit. In extreme instances this may cause unintentional deployment of an air bag.
When was it announced?
Mar 22, 2016
What action are Volkswagen taking?
On affected vehicles replace the airbag control module.
Does this affect your Passat?
This issue affects PASSAT, this particular recall is for the Passat.