Vw Tiguan: Tow Bar With A Possible Defective Locking Mechanism May Have Been Fitted

Volkswagen is recalling 454 Tiguan vehicles that may have been fitted with tow bars containing a defective locking mechanism in the swivelling module. The defect could affect the tow bar's ability to lock properly. Affected vehicle owners in the United Kingdom will need to have their tow bar checked and the swivelling module replaced if necessary.

Recalling firm
VW
Product
Vehicles: VW TIGUAN. Units affected: 454
Reason
A tow bar with a possible defective locking mechanism in the swivelling module. Remedy: The affected tow bar has to be checked and if necessary the swivelling module of the tow bar replaced.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2019-06-03
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/2307cf21-7163-4e56-9271-5a3b534632fa