VW Tiguan Allspace recall: Front swivel joint nut incorrectly secured on wheel bearing housing (left and right)
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the nut of the bolted connections of the front (left and right) swivel joints on the wheel bearing housing may not have been tightened to the correct torque. in case of unusual mechanical noises the vehicle has to be stopped straight away…
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. The nut of the bolted connection for the swivel joint on the front right and left wheel bearing housing has to be replaced.
What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the nut of the bolted connections of the front (left and right) swivel joints on the wheel bearing housing may not have been tightened to the correct torque. in case of unusual mechanical noises the vehicle has to be stopped straight away and the workshop contacted control of the vehicle may be lost.
The fix
The nut of the bolted connection for the swivel joint on the front right and left wheel bearing housing has to be replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan Allspace | 1 Feb 2017 | 31 Mar 2018 | 98 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 28 June 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.