Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. on August 13, 2025; 1 model-year listings affected.
Steering: linkages, tie rod assembly
NHTSA campaign 25V526000 · reported August 13, 2025 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 15 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
Whether a particular car is included depends on its build date: check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.