NHTSA Complaint #11452239 — 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11452239
Vehicle	2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	November 11, 2021
Date Filed	February 16, 2022
Mileage	91,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	VA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the EPC warning light illuminated, causing the vehicle to go into limp mode. The vehicle decelerated to approximately 20 MPH. The contact pulled over and assessed the vehicle; however, did not physically see any issues with the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted and she proceeded to drive however, the vehicle failed to exceed 27 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the injectors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 91,000.

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