Recalls & faults: Volkswagen T5 Multivan (2004-15)

Recalls: Volkswagen T5 Multivan

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.

Recalls: Volkswagen T5 Multivan

2007-16 Volkswagen T5 Multivan: Takata airbag recall

In February 2019, recall campaign 69Q7 was issued for Volkswagen T5 Multivan vehicles that were supplied from 30 June 2007 to 1 January 2016. The steering wheels in these vehicles contained Takata airbags and, over time, propellant wafers inside the airbag could absorb moisture. In the event of airbag deployment, this could cause excessive pressure inside the metal airbag inflator housing such that it could explode and project metal fragments through the airbag cushion and into the vehicle’s cabin. These metal fragments had the potential to cause serious injury or fatality. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2019/17349.

Problems and faults: Volkswagen T5 Multivan

Overview

This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items identified below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.

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