Vehicle recallDVSA
Volkswagen Tiguan and Atlas recalled over a steering defect
On affected vehicles corrosion can cause a tear of a bolt head on the steering rack. This can result in a loss of steering functionality and increase the risk of injury.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
Tiguan
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 04/07/2017 – 14/06/2018
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 48VT
Atlas
- Build dates
- 06/06/2017 – 17/08/2018
- Manufacturer reference
- 48VT
What to do now
Some Volkswagen Tiguan and Atlas have a steering or suspension fault.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
Why it matters. A failure in steering or suspension can lead to loss of control.
Repairs and costs
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.
The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/375). Quoted as issued.
Summary
On affected vehicles corrosion can cause a tear of a bolt head on the steering rack. This can result in a loss of steering functionality and increase the risk of injury.
Defect
On affected vehicles corrosion can cause a tear of a bolt head on the steering rack. This can result in a loss of steering functionality and increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
The steering bolt will be replaced with a more corrosion-resistant one.
Models
Tiguan, Atlas
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Questions
Why are Volkswagen Tiguan and Atlas being recalled?
Some Volkswagen Tiguan and Atlas have a steering or suspension fault. A failure in steering or suspension can lead to loss of control.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
Will the repair cost anything?
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.