Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V441000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V441000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2009-2014 tiguan vehicles manufactured july 2007 to june 2014 Includes 151,389 affected units, Bubbles in Fuel may Result in Engine Stall, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2009-2014 tiguan vehicles manufactured july 2007 to june 2014
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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 1-800-822-8987. volkswagen's number for this recall is 24av/2w.