Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V262000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V262000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2018 volkswagen tiguan long wheelbase (lwb) vehicles Includes 7,430 affected units, Rear Shocks may have Poor Welds, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018 volkswagen tiguan long wheelbase (lwb) vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 volkswagen tiguan long wheelbase (lwb) vehicles. a lower loop of a rear shock absorber may separate from its base due to an incorrect welding process

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shock absorbers, replacing them as necessary, 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 42i7.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V262000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2018-04-25T00:00:00
Subject: Rear shocks may have poor welds
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 7,430

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 42i7
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 volkswagen tiguan long wheelbase (lwb) vehicles. a lower loop of a rear shock absorber may separate from its base due to an incorrect welding process
Consequence Summary: If the lower loop of the rear shock absorber detaches, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shock absorbers, replacing them as necessary, 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 42i7.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 95.77

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NHTSA ID: 18V262000
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