
Volkswagen, Audi Recall 208,000 SUVs Over Steering Defect
Volkswagen’s 2025 Tiguan recall centers on a body control module software fault that can reset while driving, potentially shutting off the ignition and disabling airbags; about 49,958 US units are affected. Separately, VW and Audi are recalling over 208,000 vehicles, including Atlas, Tiguan, and Q3 models, due to corroded steering-rack mounting bolts that can break and cause loss of steering, with a free bolt replacement offered as the remedy.
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About Volkswagen Atlas
The Volkswagen Atlas is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by the German automaker Volkswagen since 2017. Developed mainly for the American, Chinese, and Middle Eastern markets, the vehicle is based on the MQB platform. Outside of the United States, Israel, Canada, and Chile, the vehicle is marketed as the Volkswagen Teramont. It is positioned above the Tayron and in China, below the Tavendor and Talagon.
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