NHTSA recall 20V724000
Seat belts › Front › Webbing
Volkswagen Tiguan
Reported Nov 20, 202010,835 vehicles affectedVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Maker’s number 69BH
The defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan LWB vehicles. In the event of a crash, one or both of the front seat belt's webbing may tear.
The risk
A torn seat belt may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
The remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belts and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BH.