Volkswagen Tiguan recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 26, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalls 2018–2019 Volkswagen Tiguan, Jetta, Atlas

Recall number

18V824000

Brand / firm

Volkswagen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 73,549 units

Why it was recalled

If the driver is not notified by an audible noise that the key is left in the ignition, it can increase the risk of vehicle theft or crash.

What was recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles that do not have keyless entry. The instrument cluster may not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the door is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection."

What to do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 90L3 and 90L4.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.