2021-2022 Volkswagen Tiguan / Taos Rear Suspension Recall
Volkswagen has issued a recall for certain 2021-2022 Tiguan and 2022 Taos vehicles. The recall, identified as NHTSA 22V176000 (Volkswagen 42L8), addresses a critical safety concern where the left or right rear suspension knuckles may corrode, crack, and break, leading to a loss of vehicle stability.
Also applies to
- Volkswagen Taos
- 2022
- Volkswagen Tiguan
- 2021
Why this matters
Volkswagen has identified a significant safety concern affecting certain 2021-2022 Tiguan and 2022 Taos vehicles. The rear suspension knuckles, which are critical components for vehicle stability, may corrode, crack, and eventually break. A broken rear suspension knuckle can lead to a sudden loss of vehicle stability, dramatically increasing the risk of a crash.
What's being recalled
This recall, identified by Volkswagen as 42L8 and by NHTSA as 22V176000, involves the left or right rear suspension knuckles. These components are susceptible to corrosion, cracking, and potential breakage. The affected vehicles include certain 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan, 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan, and 2022 Volkswagen Taos models.
Important warnings
Owners should be aware that a second notification letter will be sent by Volkswagen once the necessary remedy parts become available. This means that while you may receive an initial notification, the actual repair appointment might be scheduled after a subsequent communication.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Owner notification letters regarding this 2022 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan recall were mailed on June 13, 2022. If you own a 2021-2022 Volkswagen Tiguan or a 2022 Volkswagen Taos, you should have received a letter. For further inquiries, owners may contact Volkswagen customer service directly at 1-800-893-5298. You can also visit the NHTSA website and enter your VIN to confirm if your vehicle is part of this recall.
Manufacturer's remedy
Authorized Volkswagen dealers will inspect the rear suspension knuckles on affected vehicles. If corrosion, cracking, or any damage is found, one or both rear suspension knuckles will be replaced. This inspection and replacement procedure will be performed free of charge to the owner.
Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 22V176000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the issue with the Volkswagen Tiguan and Taos rear suspension?
- The recall addresses a problem where the left or right rear suspension knuckles in certain 2021-2022 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2022 Volkswagen Taos vehicles may corrode, crack, and break.
- What are the potential consequences of this rear suspension knuckle issue?
- A broken rear suspension knuckle can cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability, significantly increasing the risk of a crash for the affected 2022 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan and Taos models.
- How will Volkswagen fix the rear suspension knuckle problem?
- Volkswagen dealers will inspect the rear suspension knuckles and, if necessary, replace them free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts for recall 22V176000 (Volkswagen 42L8) are available.
- Which Volkswagen models are affected by recall 22V176000?
- This recall affects certain 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan, 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan, and 2022 Volkswagen Taos vehicles.
What Volkswagen Tiguan owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 18 model years.
- 2,339
- Owner complaints
- 39
- Recalls
- 2,476
- Service bulletins
- 65
- Crashes reported
- 26
- Fires reported
- 59
- Injuries reported
The 2022 model year
274 complaints, the 2nd most of 18 model years on file. Owners reported 3 crashes, 1 fire and 5 injuries for this year, which also has 5 recalls on file.
Suspension, the system this article covers, accounts for 37 of 2,339 complaints (2%), including 1 for 2022.
Complaints by model year
| 2009 | 168 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 110 | |
| 2011 | 162 | |
| 2012 | 153 | |
| 2013 | 140 | |
| 2018 | 288 | |
| 2019 | 196 | |
| 2020 | 141 | |
| 2021 | 144 | |
| 2022 | 274 |
Most-reported systems
- Engine — 710
- Electrical System — 555
- Air Bags — 319
- Power Train — 211
- Steering — 196
Latest recalls for the 2022 model year
- 25V082000 — Back Over Prevention (Feb 2025)
- 22V514000 — Back Over Prevention (Jul 2022)
- 22V226000 — Structure (Apr 2022)
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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