Volkswagen Group: Body Control Module (bcm) May Reset Unexpectedly, 102 (electrical System)
Recall Summary Volkswagen is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles because a software error in the body control module may cause the engine to unexpectedly stall and disable features like exterior lights, warning lights, and the rearview camera. These malfunctions increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the software at no cost, with owner notification letters expected in November 2026.
- Recalling firm
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Product
- Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. A software error may cause the body control module (BCM) system to reset. This may result in the ignition switching off, resulting in an engine stall. It can also lead to a loss of certain controls, warning lights, exterior lighting, or failure of the rearview camera system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Controls and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter...
- Reason
- An unexpected engine stall, loss of exterior lighting or warning lights, or failure of the rearview camera system can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 6, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 57KL. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 17, 2026.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-09-10
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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