A recall notice for Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line MY2017-2019 supplied by Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd as due to deviations in the bonding process, the roof spoiler may partially or completely detach from the vehicle.
Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd - Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line MY2017-2019
PRA No.
2020/18354
Date published
2 Jun 2020
Campaign number
66L5
Product description
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
Model Years 2017-2019
2 627 vehicles affected
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
See attached VIN list
What are the defects?
Due to deviations in the bonding process, the roof spoiler may partially or completely detach from the vehicle.
What are the hazards?
If the roof spoiler detaches whilst the vehicle is being driven, there is an increased risk of an accident and/or injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Affected consumers will be contacted directly by Volkswagen to organise an inspection and repair, free of charge.
Owners of affected vehicles can also contact the Volkswagen Recall Campaign Hotline on 1800 504 076
(Monday to Friday, 8.30am-8pm AEST) or visit https://au.volkswagen.com.au/find-dealer/
Supplier
Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd
Traders who sold this product
Authorised Volkswagen dealers
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
- 1 November 2016 - 31 December 2019
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications is the responsible regulator for this recall.
