Report Date
Sep 23, 2021
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Affected Vehicles
1
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.