Recall 21V732000

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Report Date
20210923
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.