Recall 08V064000: Interior Trim Clip Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Audi/TT 2008

MANUFACTURER: Volkswagen of America, Inc.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: February 06, 2008

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 08V064000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Structure: Body: Roof and Pillars

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 720

SUMMARY:
Volkswagen is recalling 720 M/Y 2008 Audi TT Coupe vehicles. These vehicles were produced with C-Pillar trim cover clips that do not provide adequate retention. In the event of a deployment of the rear pyrotechnic safety belt, the C-Pillar trim cover may become detached from the sheet metal due to low retention force of the trim clip.

CONSEQUENCE:
The detached trim cover could pose a risk of personal injury for vehicle front seat occupants.

REMEDY:
Dealers will install an improved clip on the affected vehicles. The recall is expected to begin during March 2008. Owners may contact VW/Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

NOTES:
VW/Audi recall No. 70D1/JX. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.