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Volkswagen Tiguan Recall 26V587: Software Fault Can Stall Engine or Cut Lights and Camera

NHTSA campaign 26V587, reported September 10, 2026, 49,958 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A software error in the body control module, which manages many of the car's electrical functions, can cause the system to reset. When that happens, the ignition may switch off and the engine can stall. The reset can also cause loss of certain controls, warning lights, exterior lighting, or the rearview camera. An unexpected stall or loss of lights, warnings, or the backup camera can increase the risk of a crash.

Dealers will update the body control module software free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2026. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA.gov or contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, referencing recall number 57KL.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V587Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. A software error may cause the body control module (BCM) system to reset. This may result in the ignition switching off, resulting in an engine stall. It can also lead to a loss of certain controls, warning lights, exterior lighting, or failure of the rearview camera system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Controls and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect," as well as FMVSS numbers 111 and 108.
Risk
An unexpected engine stall, loss of exterior lighting or warning lights, or failure of the rearview camera system can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 57KL. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 17, 2026.

Affected vehicles

Volkswagen Tiguan2025