NHTSA recall 25V-526 (25V526000)
steering recall reported August 13, 2025 - about 15 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V526000
- Also written as
- 25V-526
- Manufacturer number
- 42E7
- Reported
- August 13, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~15
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. A tie rod bolt on the rear axle assembly may be loose, which can lead to a loss of vehicle control.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the affected tie rod bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42E7.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-526 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.