2018 Volkswagen Tiguan: Recall Alert
Vehicles Affected: Approximately 45,500 model-year 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan SUVs
The Problem: The LED module for the panoramic-sunroof ambient light bar may short circuit, increasing the risk of fire.
The Fix: Dealers will disconnect the power supply for the panoramic-sunroof LED module until a future service action can safely reactivate the feature. This service will be done for free.
What Owners Should Do: Volkswagen began notifying owners July 24. Owners can call the automaker at 800-893-5298, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
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