VW Tiguan recall: Front seat backrest may collapse in a collision
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The back-rests of the front seats may not have been assembled correctly. This may increase risk of injury to occupants during a collision.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles check frames and if necessary replace affected components.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The back-rests of the front seats may not have been assembled correctly. This may increase risk of injury to occupants during a collision.
The fix
On affected vehicles check frames and if necessary replace affected components.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan | 1 Aug 2016 | 31 Oct 2016 | 1,706 |
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 27 January 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.