Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The body control module in your Tiguan is like a computer brain that helps control various systems in your vehicle. In some 2025 models, a software glitch might cause it to reset and lose track of what's going on.
Risk if Unfixed
If the software error happens while you're driving, your engine could stall unexpectedly, or you might lose some important warning lights or controls. This could make it harder to drive safely and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Volkswagen dealer will update the body control module software for free, so you don't have to pay a thing. You'll get a letter with instructions, and you should schedule the repair as soon as you can.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. A software error may cause the body control module (BCM) system to reset. This may result in the ignition switching off, resulting in an engine stall. It can also lead to a loss of certain controls, warning lights, exterior lighting, or failure of the rearview camera system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Controls and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect," as well as FMVSS numbers 111 and 108.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unexpected engine stall, loss of exterior lighting or warning lights, or failure of the rearview camera system can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 6, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 57KL. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 17, 2026.
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