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

Air Bags — Frontal

Date Announced
FEB 09, 2018
Vehicles Affected
3,768
Volkswagen Recall #
69V2
NHTSA Campaign #
18V102000
Summary
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."
Actions
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 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69V2.
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