NHTSA Recall 21V732000: Roof and pillars (structure)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V732000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 51H5 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › ROOF AND PILLARS |
| Report received | September 23, 2021 |
| Owner notification | November 19, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan vehicles. During the repair of roof damage, an incorrect roof reinforcement assembly may have been installed.
Safety risk
The incorrect roof reinforcement may decrease the roof's structural integrity or impact deployment of the side curtain air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will be replace the roof reinforcement, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51H5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V732000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 2018 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.