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Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd — Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line MY2017-2019

Published: June 2, 2020Recall ID: 82be357f-f38f-432a-8ea7-a50b3a86c79dCategory: generalCountry: Australia

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The roof spoiler can partially or completely detach from the vehicle, due to the use of an unsuitable adhesive.

Product Description & Identification

Reason / Defects: The roof spoiler can partially or completely detach from the vehicle, due to the use of an unsuitable adhesive. Hazards: If the roof spoiler was to detach while driving it could increase the likelihood of an accident that may endanger other road users. This could increase the risk of an accident and injury to vehicle occupants or other road users. In the event of a serious accident this may result in death. What to 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://www.volkswagen.com.au/app/locals/find-dealer

Affected Products

Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line Model Years 2016-2020 3 242 vehicles affected This recall was extended to include additional vehicles 30 November 2020

Additional Source Details

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Guid › @ is Perma Linkfalse
Linkhttps://www.productsafety.gov.au/node/20135
Pub DateTue, 02 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Overview

  • Risk LevelGeneral product safety
  • DistributionAustralia
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