Recall
Volkswagen Tiguan — 21V732000
NHTSA ID
21V732000
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2021-09-23
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Units Affected
2
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
51H5
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.