By BAKANG MOKOTO
13 June 2025- The National Consumer Commission (NCC) said it can confirm the recall of 142 Volkswagen Polo vehicles and 8 Volkswagen Tiago vehicles, as notified by Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA). The commission said the recall is due to a faulty part in the gas generators of the front passenger airbag module.
The National Consumer Commission spokesperson, Phetho Ntaba said in the event of an accident with deployment of the front airbag, there may be a reduced protective effect by the front passenger airbag and an increased risk of injury to the passenger. Ntaba said furthermore, the gas generator housing may burst, or components of the gas generator housing may come loose and cause serious or deadly injuries to vehicle occupants.
“According to the supplier, 141 Polo vehicles were made available for sale nationally from 20 December 2022, while a Polo and eight Tiago vehicles were made available for sale from 29 January 2024.
“Affected consumers are advised to take steps such as deactivate the front passenger airbag, refrain from using the front passenger seat, submit their vehicle to any VWSA approved dealer for a check and if necessary, replacement of the affected components,” she said.
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