Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V732000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V732000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2018 tiguan vehicles Includes 2 affected units, Roof Reinforcement May Impair Side Air Bags, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018 tiguan vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 tiguan vehicles. during the repair of roof damage, an incorrect roof reinforcement assembly may have been installed.

Corrective Action

Dealers will be replace the roof reinforcement, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 19, 2021. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 51h5.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V732000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2021-09-23T00:00:00
Subject: Roof reinforcement may impair side air bags
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 2

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 51H5
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 tiguan vehicles. during the repair of roof damage, an incorrect roof reinforcement assembly may have been installed.
Consequence Summary: The incorrect roof reinforcement may decrease the roof's structural integrity or impact deployment of the side curtain air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will be replace the roof reinforcement, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 19, 2021. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 51h5.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 50

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SID: row-t2xc-pvxv~93vb
NHTSA ID: 21V732000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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