72L6 – Bolts May Be Missing From Front Seat Tracks – 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Long Wheelbase and Jetta vehicles. Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.

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February 1, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V038000

Bolts May Be Missing From Front Seat Tracks

The seat can move front and back without restriction if bolts are missing, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V038

Manufacturer  Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Components  SEATS

Potential Number of Units Affected  57

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Long Wheelbase and Jetta vehicles. Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat tracks and, as necessary, install the bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 18, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 72L6.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to  www.safercar.gov.

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