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Recall 18V-102

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2017 to 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan: Air bags (frontal).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-102
Reported
February 9, 2018
Vehicles affected
3,768 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Tiguan Limited vehicles. The front driver air bag installed on these vehicles may not be intended for use in vehicles sold in the United States. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

The risk

In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel and front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69V2.

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