Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V662000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V662000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2018 volkswagen tiguan long wheel base (lwb) vehicles Includes 5,509 affected units, Back-Up Lights may not be Bright Enough/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018 volkswagen tiguan long wheel base (lwb) vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 volkswagen tiguan long wheel base (lwb) vehicles. the back-up lights in the taillight assemblies may not be bright enough. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected inner taillight assemblies, free of charge. the recall began december 15, 2017. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 94j9.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V662000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2017-10-18T00:00:00
Subject: Back-up lights may not be bright enough/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 5,509

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 94J9
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 volkswagen tiguan long wheel base (lwb) vehicles. the back-up lights in the taillight assemblies may not be bright enough. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence Summary: If the back-up lights are not bright enough, other drivers may not see the vehicle reversing, or the driver may back into an obstacle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected inner taillight assemblies, free of charge. the recall began december 15, 2017. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 94j9.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 94.57

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NHTSA ID: 17V662000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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