Recall 19V241 affects 8 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles for an incorrect tire information label. A franchised Volkswagen dealer will install the corrected label for free.
Volkswagen is recalling 8 2019 Tiguan vehicles because the tire information label lists incorrect tire dimensions and inflation pressures. That mistake can lead to improper tire inflation or the wrong tire size, which increases crash risk, and Volkswagen dealers will install a corrected label free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tire information label on the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan tells an owner or service shop which tire dimensions belong on the vehicle and what inflation pressure to use. That label is part of the equipment system because tire size and pressure information must match the vehicle as built. The correct label helps keep tire service, replacement, and inflation tied to the approved specifications.
On the affected Tiguans, the label itself is wrong. Volkswagen traced the problem to labels printed outside the regular process, which allowed an unreleased version of the tire pressure label to be installed on the vehicles. That wrong version lists inaccurate tire dimension and inflation pressure specifications instead of the approved information.
There is no warning sign before failure. The tires or dashboard will not tell you that the vehicle has the wrong label, so the issue is found by checking the tire information label against the corrected Volkswagen remedy label.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 8 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect tire information creates risks of improper tire inflation or installation of the wrong tire size. Either condition increases the risk of a crash. Until the corrected label is installed, have tire pressure and tire size checked against dealer guidance. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the free corrected tire information label, which fixes the tire size and inflation-pressure information.
- Bring the recall notice if Volkswagen has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V241 when you call.
- Follow tire size and pressure guidance from your Volkswagen dealer or owner's materials until the corrected label is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volkswagen technician installs a corrected tire information label so the vehicle shows the right tire size and inflation pressure information. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Volkswagen says it will not offer reimbursement for this campaign. If you already paid for a related label correction, ask the service desk to note the prior work in your repair file, but the recall record does not provide a reimbursement path.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| March 27, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 16, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 24, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| May 24, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 24, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V241?
Recall 19V241 covers 8 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles with an inaccurate tire information label. The label lists incorrect tire dimension and inflation pressure specifications, which can lead to improper inflation or the wrong tire size and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Tiguan is included in recall 19V241. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer and ask for recall 01D2. The dealer will install the corrected tire information label for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Volkswagen dealers will install the corrected tire information label free of charge for vehicles included in recall 19V241.
Is it safe to drive my 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan before the label is corrected?
This recall does not include a do-not-drive instruction. The risk comes from using incorrect tire pressure or installing the wrong tire size. Check your VIN, schedule the free label replacement, and use the correct tire information from the dealer until the label is corrected.
When did Volkswagen start this recall repair?
Volkswagen began the recall repair on April 16, 2019. Owners were notified, and franchised Volkswagen dealers can install the corrected tire information label free of charge for included 2019 Tiguan vehicles.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V241000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-893-5298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V241 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V241000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →