Front Seat Belt Webbing May Tear in a Crash
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Units affected
- 10,835
- Recall opened
- Nov 20, 2020
- Owner notification
- Apr 13, 2021
- Manufacturer campaign
- 69BH
- Type
- Vehicle
This recall resulted from an investigation: EA18005: Seat Belt Webbing Failure
Affected vehicles (1)
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN2018
Component / system
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan LWB vehicles. In the event of a crash, one or both of the front seat belt's webbing may tear.
Risk / consequence
A torn seat belt may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belts and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BH.
Chronology of events
Chronology attached separately.
Notification schedule
- Dealer notification
- JAN 19, 2021 - JAN 19, 2021
- Owner notification
- JAN 19, 2021 - JAN 19, 2021
Documents (23)
Source: NHTSA campaign 20V724000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.