VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2021: SEATS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V038000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VOLKSWAGEN | TIGUAN | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2021-02-18 | 2021-02-01 | 2021-02-01 |
Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 72L6
Component: SEATS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 57
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 202
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Long Wheelbase and Jetta vehicles. Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.
The seat can move front and back without restriction if bolts are missing, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat tracks and, as necessary, install the bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 18, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72L6.
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.
