2018 Volkswagen Tiguan safety timeline
- 13
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations opened
- 2
- Investigations closed
- Investigation closed
NHTSA closed investigation EA18005
Seat Belt Webbing Failure
- Recall
An insufficiently attached spoiler may separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall
The incorrect roof reinforcement may decrease the roof's structural integrity or impact deployment of the side curtain air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Recall
A torn seat belt may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
- Recall
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
- Recall
If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall
If the driver is not notified by an audible noise that the key is left in the ignition, it can increase the risk of vehicle theft or crash.
- Recall
A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Investigation opened
NHTSA opened investigation EA18005
Seat Belt Webbing Failure
- Investigation closed
NHTSA closed investigation PE18001
Seat Belt Webbing Failure
- Recall
If the air bag were to tear or unfold incorrectly during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Do not drive
A loose or improperly tightened ball joint nut can result in the separation of the lower ball joint causing steering, traction or other stability issues, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall
If the lower loop of the rear shock absorber detaches, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall
If the engine support bolts were not properly tightened, an unexpected engine breakdown or loss of engine power may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall
In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
- Investigation opened
NHTSA opened investigation PE18001
Seat Belt Webbing Failure
- Recall
If the back-up lights are not bright enough, other drivers may not see the vehicle reversing, or the driver may back into an obstacle, increasing the risk of a crash.