2014–2018 Volkswagen Tiguan (Ad)
- Affected
- 9,786
- Category
- Cars
- Campaign
- 60C9
- Supplier
- Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd
The defect
Subsequent heating in the LED module for the sunroof background lighting may result in a short circuit due to humidity ingress into the LED module.
The hazard
Consequently, this may result in failure of the background lighting and subsequent heating can cause scorching damage/burning smell. Under unfavourable conditions a vehicle fire may occur.
The remedy
Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles. Consumers should contact their nearest Volkswagen Dealer to arrange for inspection and repair.For further information consumers can contact the toll-free Volkswagen Recall Campaign Hotline on 1800 504 076, between 8.30 am and 8 pm Monday to Friday (AEST) or email recalls@myvw.com.au
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 9,786 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.