| Issue ID | 1481794 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11111789 |
| Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
| Model | TIGUAN |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| File date | 16/07/18 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Engine oil will leak from intake camshaft adjustment valve. Leak was noticed first when parked. After first repair by dealer (11 july 2018), it started to leak again only after five days from repair. This represents a safety issue that may cause a fire or eventually engine to fail. Can provide repair report from dealer (first repair) and second once it is finalized. Thank you. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 8245 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | KILLEEN, TX |
| VIN pattern | 3VV3B7AX3JMXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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