The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Tiguan vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V082. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
The risk
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91NF. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 27, 2026.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-321 (26V321000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 91NF |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Back over prevention › Software |
| Report date | May 20, 2026 |
| Owners notified | June 4, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 8 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the driver assistance
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-321 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91NF.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 8 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.