Air bag ecu may malfunction
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 tiguan and cc vehicles. the air bag electronic control unit (ecu) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Safety Consequence
Deactivated air bags increases the risk of injury. inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ecu as necessary, free of charge. the recall began november 25, 2019. volkswagen's number for this recall is 69z5.
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FAQ: Recall 19V535000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V535000?
NHTSA recall 19V535000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on July 17, 2019. It addresses: Air bag ecu may malfunction. The recall affects approximately 27,822 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V535000 or the manufacturer campaign number 69Z5. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.