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21V-038

Feb 1

Volkswagen

Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks

Seats

Repair or modification

21V-027

Jan 27

Volkswagen

Production deviation in the belt pully can prevent the circlip from properly engaging the steering rack

Steering

Part replacement

21V-026

Jan 27

Volkswagen

Front steering knuckle may fracture in the area of the strut mounting

Steering

10,303

Part replacement

Campaign 21V-038

Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks

Manufacturer: Volkswagen
Filed: February 1, 2021
Component: Seats
Vehicles affected: 57
Remedy: Repair or modification
Recall type: Vehicle

Defect 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.

Consequence

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

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.

Affected models

Volkswagen Jetta 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan 2021

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