These cars are being recalled due to possible faulty airbags.
Recall on 114,000 Volkswagens over Airbag Concerns
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says Volkswagen is recalling more than 114,000 vehicles over driver side airbag concerns.
2006 through 2019 Passat and Beetle models are a part of the recall as their airbags could be faulty due to exposure high temps and humidity.
Dealers will inspect and replace the airbags for free.
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