Is the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan safe to drive?

The 2018 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS recall for the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan? (Campaign #21V732000)

Your 2018 Tiguan may have an incorrect roof reinforcement assembly installed, which can compromise its safety in a crash. If you're in a crash, the incorrect reinforcement could make it harder for the side curtain airbags to deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury. Volkswagen will replace the roof reinforcement assembly for free. You'll receive a letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair, and you can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 with the recall number 51H5.

NHTSA Campaign 21V732000 Recall Details

Component

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

What Happened

Your 2018 Tiguan may have an incorrect roof reinforcement assembly installed, which can compromise its safety in a crash.

Risk if Unfixed

If you're in a crash, the incorrect reinforcement could make it harder for the side curtain airbags to deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury.

Free Fix

Volkswagen will replace the roof reinforcement assembly for free. You'll receive a letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair, and you can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 with the recall number 51H5.

Campaign 21V732000

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Affected Vehicles