VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2021: SEATS

General Information

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

Summary

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.

Consequence

The seat can move front and back without restriction if bolts are missing, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

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.

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.