NHTSA (USA)Critical
2025 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUANNHTSA Campaign #25V526000
The official notice
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. A tie rod bolt on the rear axle assembly may be loose, which can lead to a loss of vehicle control.
Safety Risk
A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the affected tie rod bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42E7.
15 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 42E7Updated June 10, 2026