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2009-2011 Volkswagen Tiguan recall: exterior lighting

Volkswagen Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 22, 2013. It covers about 62,155 vehicles.

vehicles affected
62,155
reported
Nov 22, 2013
owners notified
Jan 3, 2014
related complaints
73

Exterior lighting

What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 through June 2011. Due to a problem with the fuse for the exterior lights, the holder for the fuse that controls the vehicle's exterior lights circuit may melt.
Risk
If the holder melts, there may be a partial loss of exterior lighting. Reduced vehicle illumination diminishes the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 97Z9/2V.

Recall number 13V569000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 73 complaints about lights problems.

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Questions about recall 13V569000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2011 Volkswagen Tiguan exterior lighting?

Yes. Recall 13V569000, reported on November 22, 2013, covers about 62,155 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V569000?

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 97Z9/2V.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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