VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2018: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V724000

Make Model Year
VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-04-13 2020-11-20 2020-11-23

Production Dates: 2017-05-08 - 2017-05-24

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 69BH

Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 10835

Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan LWB vehicles. In the event of a crash, one or both of the front seat belt's webbing may tear.

Consequence

A torn seat belt may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belts and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BH.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.