Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V159000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V159000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2018 tiguan long wheel base (lwb) vehicles Includes 4 affected units, Improperly Torqued Engine Support Bolts, component: ENGINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018 tiguan long wheel base (lwb) vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace engine support bolts, free of charge. the recall began march 26, 2018. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 10f7.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V159000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2018-03-08T00:00:00
Subject: Improperly torqued engine support bolts
Component: Engine
Potentially Affected Units: 4

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 10F7
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace engine support bolts, free of charge. the recall began march 26, 2018. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 10f7.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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NHTSA ID: 18V159000
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Created At: 1742808662
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