Volkswagen Group of America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 CC vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 3, 2016, Golf R and Tiguan vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 28, 2016, and e-Golf vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 11, 2016. Vibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage, allowing a child to open a rear door while inside the vehicle.
Volkswagen Group of America – Rear Child Locks May Disengage
| Report Received Date | 06/24/2016 |
| NHTSA ID | 16V464000 |
| Consequence Summary | If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury. |
| Corrective Action | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the child lock(s), free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 58C9. |
| Recall Code | 58C9 |
| Potentially Affected | 5658 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V464000) |
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