2018 Volkswagen Tiguan — Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
Published May 21, 2018 · Recall initiated: May 16, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V324000, published May 21, 2018 and initiated May 16, 2018. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan — Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan and Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. The nut that holds the lower ball joint of the front wheel on each side of the vehicle may be loose or improperly tightened.
What to do
Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the nut on the lower ball joint and, as necessary, clean the thread in the ball joint, 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 40N4. Note: owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair has been performed.
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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 — Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V324000 on May 21, 2018. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan and Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. The nut that holds the lower ball joint of the front wheel on each side of the vehicle may be loose or improperly tightened.
What should I do if I have this product?
Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the nut on the lower ball joint and, as necessary, clean the thread in the ball joint, 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 40N4. Note: owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair has been performed.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: TIGUAN.