Recall 14V-441
Volkswagen of America, Inc. recalled the 2009 to 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan: Fuel system, gasoline.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 14V-441
- Reported
- July 21, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 151,389 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 to June 2014. When using winterized fuel, in certain conditions bubbles may form in the fuel system which could result in the vehicle stalling.
The risk
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to increase the fuel pump pressure, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24AV/2W.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Tiguan 2009 to 2014