NHTSA recall 21V853000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Critical fasteners
Volkswagen Tiguan
Reported Nov 3, 20211,285 vehicles affectedVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Maker’s number 19Q4
The defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan vehicles. The nut that secures the brake pipe near the right-front wheel well may be loose.
The risk
A loose brake pipe nut may allow brake fluid to leak, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the brake pipe nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19Q4.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Critical fastenersService brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings