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NHTSA Recall 22V226000: Body (structure)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,553 vehicles. It affects 2018–2022 Volkswagen Tiguan.

6,553
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2022
owners notified (June 3)
NHTSA campaign22V226000
Manufacturer campaign66N5
ComponentSTRUCTURE › BODY
Report receivedApril 6, 2022
Owner notificationJune 3, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. Due to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hatch spoiler may be insufficiently attached to the vehicle.

Safety risk

An insufficiently attached spoiler may separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N5.

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 22V226000

Make and modelModel years
Volkswagen Tiguan2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022

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.