Body: roof and pillarsRecall 21V-732 · 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 21V-732 covers 2 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan for a body: roof and pillars problem, reported to NHTSA on September 23, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 50% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V732000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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 risk
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.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
50%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.