Vw Tiguan: Front Seat Backrest May Collapse In A Collision

Volkswagen Tiguan Front Seat Recall Summary Volkswagen is recalling 1,706 Tiguan vehicles in the United Kingdom because the front seat backrests may not be properly assembled, which could cause them to collapse during a crash and increase the risk of injury. Volkswagen will inspect the seat frames on affected vehicles and replace any faulty components if needed.

Recalling firm

VW

Product

Vehicles: VW TIGUAN. Units affected: 1,706

Reason

The back-rests of the front seats may not have been assembled correctly. This may increase risk of injury to occupants during a collision. Remedy: On affected vehicles check frames and if necessary replace affected components.

Classification

Class II

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2017-01-27

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/c8003b53-b534-4b7a-875d-620408e937b7