VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2019: STRUCTURE:BODY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V226000

Make Model Year
VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-06-03 2022-04-06 2022-04-07

Production Dates: 2017-03-01 - 2018-11-08

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 66N5

Component: STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 6553

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base "LWB" vehicles. Due to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hatch spoiler may be insufficiently attached to the vehicle.

Consequence

An insufficiently attached spoiler may separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N5.

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.nhtsa.gov.