Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Manufacturer
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your Volkswagen Tiguan's exterior light fuse holder might have a problem that can cause it to melt, which affects the lighting for your car's exterior lights.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you might notice some of your exterior lights not working properly, which can make it harder for other drivers to see you, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will contact you to schedule a free repair at a dealership, where they will replace the fuse for you at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 through June 2011. Due to a problem with the fuse for the exterior lights, the holder for the fuse that controls the vehicle's exterior lights circuit may melt.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the holder melts, there may be a partial loss of exterior lighting. Reduced vehicle illumination diminishes the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 97Z9/2V.
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