Recall 14V441000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Report Date
20140721
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Affected Vehicles
6 models
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 to June 2014. When using winterized fuel, in certain conditions bubbles may form in the fuel system which could result in the vehicle stalling.
Safety Consequence
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to increase the fuel pump pressure, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24AV/2W.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | VOLKSWAGEN | TIGUAN |
| 2010 | VOLKSWAGEN | TIGUAN |
| 2011 | VOLKSWAGEN | TIGUAN |
| 2012 | VOLKSWAGEN | TIGUAN |
| 2013 | VOLKSWAGEN | TIGUAN |
| 2014 | VOLKSWAGEN | TIGUAN |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.