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Volkswagen Touran, Tiguan and Golf recalled over a steering defect
On vehicles of a limited production period corrosion can cause a tear of a bolt head on the steering rack. This can result in a loss of steering functionality.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
Touran
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 13/11/2015 – 08/07/2020
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 48VS
Tiguan
- Build dates
- 07/11/2016 – 07/07/2020
- 28/04/2021 – 18/10/2022
- 22/09/2017 – 27/11/2017
- Manufacturer reference
- 48VS
Golf
- Build dates
- 10/05/2014 – 17/06/2019
- 03/09/2018 – 20/12/2019
- Manufacturer reference
- 48VS
What to do now
Some Volkswagen Touran, Tiguan and Golf have a steering or suspension fault.
- Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
- Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
- Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.
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/2026/360). Quoted as issued.
Summary
On vehicles of a limited production period corrosion can cause a tear of a bolt head on the steering rack. This can result in a loss of steering functionality.
Defect
On vehicles of a limited production period corrosion can cause a tear of a bolt head on the steering rack. This can result in a loss of steering functionality.
Remedy
On the affected vehicles the affected bolted connection of the steering rack is replaced on the right-hand side of the subframe.
Models
Touran, Tiguan, Golf
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Volkswagen Touran, Tiguan and Golf being recalled?
Some Volkswagen Touran, Tiguan and Golf 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?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
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.