In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Air Bags — Frontal

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Tiguan Limited vehicles. The front driver air bag installed on these vehicles may not be intended for use in vehicles sold in the United States. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Actions

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel and front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69V2.

Documents (3)

• Non-Compliance Notice 573 Report/FMVSS 208
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: February 16, 2018 Subject: Advance Notice – Compliance Recall 69V2 – Driver Airbag Certain 2017-2018 MY Volkswagen Tiguan Limited

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