2006 Volkswagen GTI Air bags Problems

“Air bag light and symbol light is on with an internal code stored. Uncertain if air bag will deploy; possible electrical problem. Contacted Volkswagen after finding several hundred + people complaining of similar problem. I was informed that a service notice was sent out; however I did not receive forementioned notice nor any prior or subsequent recall notices or bulletins from Volkswagen. Apparently the service bulletin expired jan 2013 and they refused to repair obvious systemic problem associated with all 2006 model year volkswagens . …”

“I have a 2006 va GTI new body style since I purchased the vehicle, it has been giving me problems. The airbag light has been going off. Car has been at dealer for repair more then 7 times and problem is still not fixed.”

“I lost control on a very sharp turn by a steep drop-off in the north carolina mountains. When first leaving the road at approximately 35-40 MPH, the front left corner of the car hit a tree a few feet off the pavement. After rolling off a steep embankment, approximately 50 feet, the front grill and bumper made full contact with the ground and small trees, stopping the car from its plunge. The front airbags did not deploy, yet the impact was enough to crunch the hood (pictures available). My wife was treated and released from the local hospital with a gash on her head. …”

“Passive occupant detection system module not functioning after warranty work done by Volkswagen. This is extremely problematic, as the passenger airbag will no longer engage, regardless of how much weight is in the passenger seat. In the event of a car accident, the airbag would not deploy for the passenger, and the passenger's life would be in jeopardy. Volkswagen will not stand by their product, and they refuse to offer any aid or help to fix the situation. They want $1800 for the part, just to ensure the safety of the individuals in the car.”

“In four years of ownership, my 2006 vw GTI mark v car has had six occasions whereby the airbag fault light has come on. Each time the vehicle was serviced and the light stayed off for a period of months before returning. Most recently, my vehicle was repaired for this reason in december and the airbag fault light stayed off until this week. I have brought this matter to the attention of my dealer and am awaiting guidance on how to proceed. …”