CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- If the back-up lights are not bright enough, other drivers may not see the vehicle reversing, or the driver may back into an obstacle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some 2018 Tiguan long wheel base vehicles have backup lights in the taillight assemblies that may not be bright enough. This means other drivers may not notice the vehicle is reversing, and the driver may not see obstacles behind them, which increases the risk of a crash.
Volkswagen will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will replace the inner taillight assemblies at no cost to you. If you have a 2018 Tiguan, check your VIN for open recalls and contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 with questions. Reference Volkswagen recall number 94J9 when you call.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 2018 |
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