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NHTSA recall 18V159000

Engine · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

March 8, 2018report date
4units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan long wheel base (lwb) vehicles. The engine support bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.

Why it matters: If the engine support bolts were not properly tightened, an unexpected engine breakdown or loss of engine power may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace engine support bolts, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2018.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 18V159000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.