VW Tiguan recall: Sporadic malfunctions in a pressure casting system caused individual rear wheel bearing housings to be fitted with oxide inclusions
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On Tiguan LWB vehicles of a limited production period sporadic malfunctions in a pressure casting system caused individual rear wheel bearing housings to be fitted with oxide inclusions.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. On the affected vehicles the production date of the two rear wheel bearing housings is checked and if necessary replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On Tiguan LWB vehicles of a limited production period sporadic malfunctions in a pressure casting system caused individual rear wheel bearing housings to be fitted with oxide inclusions.
The fix
On the affected vehicles the production date of the two rear wheel bearing housings is checked and if necessary replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan | 23 Jul 2021 | 20 Sep 2021 | 305 |
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 30 May 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.