Volkswagen Tiguan recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 16, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalls 2011–2017 Volkswagen — 8 models

Recall number

18V329000

Brand / firm

Volkswagen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 252 units

Why it was recalled

If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.

What was recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.

What to do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.