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2017-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan recall: frontal

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 9, 2018. It covers about 3,768 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,768
reported
Feb 9, 2018
owners notified
May 30, 2018
related complaints
45

Air bags: frontal

What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Tiguan Limited vehicles. The front driver air bag installed on these vehicles may not be intended for use in vehicles sold in the United States. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel and front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69V2.

Recall number 18V102000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 45 complaints about airbags problems.

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Questions about recall 18V102000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan frontal?

Yes. Recall 18V102000, reported on February 9, 2018, covers about 3,768 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V102000?

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel and front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69V2.

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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