Recall 13V569000: 2009–2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 22, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 62,155
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 through June 2011. Due to a problem with the fuse for the exterior lights, the holder for the fuse that controls the vehicle's exterior lights circuit may melt.
The risk
If the holder melts, there may be a partial loss of exterior lighting. Reduced vehicle illumination diminishes the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 97Z9/2V.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
- 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
- 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V569000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 97Z9/2V
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jan 3, 2014
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers (Electrical System); Exterior lighting (Lighting)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology