NHTSA recall 18V-159 (18V159000)

engine recall reported March 8, 2018 - about 4 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 18V159000
Also written as: 18V-159
Manufacturer number: 10F7
Reported: March 8, 2018
Vehicles affected: ~4
Component: engine

What is being recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. The engine support bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.

Why it is dangerous

If the engine support bolts were not properly tightened, an unexpected engine breakdown or loss of engine power may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace engine support bolts, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10F7.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-159 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Volkswagen Tiguan - 2018

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