VW Tiguan recall: The adjustment mechanism of the backrest frame of the front seats may be incorrectly welded
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- There is the possibility that the adjustment mechanism of the backrest frame of the front seats was incorrectly welded.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. On the affected vehicles the backrests of the front seats are to be checked and replaced if necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
There is the possibility that the adjustment mechanism of the backrest frame of the front seats was incorrectly welded.
The fix
On the affected vehicles the backrests of the front seats are to be checked and replaced if necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan | 26 Jun 2020 | 29 Jun 2020 | 15 |
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 8 September 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.