Safety Recall NHTSA · 22V176000 Reported March 23, 2022

Rear suspension knuckle may break

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · N/A · 10,119 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
22V176000
Manufacturer Campaign
42L8
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
10,119
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 23, 2022
Completion Rate
96.64

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 tiguan, taos, and 2021 tiguan long wheel base (lwb) vehicles. a second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. the left or right rear suspension knuckles may corrode, crack, and break.

Safety Consequence

A broken rear suspension knuckle can cause a loss of stability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace one or both rear suspension knuckles, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 13, 2022. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 42l8.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 22V176000 or campaign 42L8.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 22V176000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22V176000?

NHTSA recall 22V176000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on March 23, 2022. It addresses: Rear suspension knuckle may break. The recall affects approximately 10,119 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V176000 or the manufacturer campaign number 42L8. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.