NHTSARecalled Sep 23, 2021 · #21V732000
Roof Reinforcement May Impair Side Air Bags
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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. 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.
Product details
- Product
- Roof Reinforcement May Impair Side Air Bags
- 2018 Tiguan
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Model numbers
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- UPCs
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What you should do
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.