2018 Volkswagen Tiguan — Exterior lighting: tail lights
Published October 20, 2017 · Recall initiated: October 18, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V662000, published October 20, 2017 and initiated October 18, 2017. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan — Exterior lighting: tail lights.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. The back-up lights in the taillight assemblies may not be bright enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected inner taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94J9.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- TIGUAN
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan — Exterior lighting: tail lights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V662000 on October 20, 2017. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. The back-up lights in the taillight assemblies may not be bright enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected inner taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94J9.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: TIGUAN.