VOLKSWAGEN 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN vehicles due to air bags:frontal issues. In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Tiguan Limited vehicles. The front driver air bag installed on these vehicles may not be intended for use in vehicles sold in the United States. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel and front driver air bag module, 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 69V2.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026