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2022 Volkswagen Tiguan recall: critical fasteners

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 3, 2021. It covers about 1,285 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,285
reported
Nov 3, 2021
owners notified
Nov 23, 2021
related complaints
9

Service brakes, hydraulic: critical fasteners

What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan vehicles. The nut that secures the brake pipe near the right-front wheel well may be loose.
Risk
A loose brake pipe nut may allow brake fluid to leak, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the brake pipe nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19Q4.

Recall number 21V853000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 9 complaints about brakes problems.

Questions about recall 21V853000

Is there a recall on the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan critical fasteners?

Yes. Recall 21V853000, reported on November 3, 2021, covers about 1,285 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V853000?

Dealers will inspect and tighten the brake pipe nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19Q4.

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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