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Volkswagen Tiguan Recall 18V467: Sunroof Light Module Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire

NHTSA campaign 18V467, reported July 13, 2018, 45,457 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The LED module for the panoramic sunroof ambient light bar may short circuit. A short circuit in this part can increase the risk of a vehicle fire.

To reduce that risk, authorized dealers will disconnect the power supply to the panoramic sunroof LED module at no cost to you. The ambient sunroof light feature will stay off until a future service action can safely reactivate it. Volkswagen will notify owners directly. You can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, and you should check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V467Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Component
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles. The LED module for the panoramic sunroof ambient light bar may short circuit.
Risk
A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the power supply for the panoramic sunroof LED module, free of charge, until a future service action can safely reactivate the feature. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall 60D1.
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

Volkswagen Tiguan2018