VW To Recall 114,000 U.S. Vehicles Over Airbag Issue

Volkswagen will recall 114,478 vehicles in the United States due to concerns over the driver-side airbag, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said, Nathan Gomes reported for Reuters.

The recall includes certain Beetle and Passat models from 2006 to 2019. I Photo: Volkswagen of Gainesville 

The recall includes certain Beetle and Passat models from 2006 to 2019.

"The driver's side frontal airbag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high humidity, high temperatures, and temperature cycling," the U.S. auto safety regulator said.

Volkswagen did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. As a remedy, dealers will replace the driver's side front airbag module for free, according to NHTSA.