VW Tiguan and Touran recall: The wall thickness of the fuel tank may not be to specification
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The specified wall thickness of the fuel tank can in some places fall below the threshold.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. For all affected vehicles the fuel tank has to be replaced
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The specified wall thickness of the fuel tank can in some places fall below the threshold.
The fix
For all affected vehicles the fuel tank has to be replaced
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan | 10 Oct 2019 | 11 Oct 2019 | 53 |
| Touran | 10 Oct 2019 | 11 Oct 2019 | 53 |
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 18 December 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.