Volkswagen Recalls 2018 Tiguan Models Due to Engine Support Bolt Issue
Volkswagen is recalling 2018 Tiguan long wheel base vehicles because engine support bolts may not be properly tightened, which could lead to engine breakdown or loss of power.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (engine support bolts) that may result in loss of engine power, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.
Plain-English summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the engine support bolts may not have been properly tightened during manufacturing.
If the engine support bolts are not properly tightened, an unexpected engine breakdown or loss of engine power may occur. This condition increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on March 26, 2018.
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine support bolts free of charge. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10F7. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — SUV
- Affected units
- 4
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- TIGUAN
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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