Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your 2017-2018 Tiguan Limited's front driver air bag may not be designed for your vehicle, which is a safety issue.
Risk if Unfixed
In a crash, the air bag may not work as intended, increasing the risk of injury to you.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will replace the steering wheel and front driver air bag module at no cost to you, so please contact them at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Tiguan Limited vehicles. The front driver air bag installed on these vehicles may not be intended for use in vehicles sold in the United States. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel and front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69V2.
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