{"count":1,"message":"Results returned successfully","results":[{"odiNumber":11674768,"manufacturer":"Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"07/19/2025","dateComplaintFiled":"07/19/2025","vin":"WVGAV7AX6GW","components":"POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","summary":"Subject: Known Carbon Buildup Issue in 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan TSI \u2013 Request for Recall and Accountability  To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally express my concern and request action regarding a well-documented and dangerous issue affecting Volkswagen TSI engines\u2014specifically, severe carbon buildup. I am the current owner of a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan TSI, which I purchased in April 2025 with approximately 84,000 miles on it. In June 2025, I had to have the intake manifold replaced due to carbon buildup\u2014a repair that was still covered under warranty. However, shortly after, I was informed that the vehicle now requires a full engine decarb and replacement of all four fuel injectors, at a total cost of $3,296. This raises several serious concerns: \u2022Carbon buildup this severe at such low mileage is not typical wear and tear. It indicates a design flaw in the TSI direct-injection engine. \u2022My extended warranty provider refuses to cover the repair, citing that it is a maintenance issue\u2014conveniently shifting the responsibility away from the manufacturer. \u2022This type of engine failure can result in dangerous performance issues, including: \u2022Sudden engine misfires \u2022Loss of power while accelerating \u2022Poor fuel economy \u2022Stalling or hesitation while merging or turning \u2022Catalytic converter damage \u2022Potential long-term engine failure I am stunned that this is not considered a safety issue worthy of recall, especially given the number of reports online and in service centers regarding this exact problem. The symptoms of carbon buildup can easily result in on-road danger to the driver and others. What\u2019s most disheartening is that Volkswagen has long been aware of this flaw, yet no recall or extended warranty has been offered for affected consumers. I previously owned a 2015 Passat and was a loyal VW owner\u2014but now, as a single mother, I am expected to pay nearly $3,300 for a repair tied to poor engineering and design, not misuse or neglect.","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2016","productMake":"VOLKSWAGEN","productModel":"TIGUAN","manufacturer":"Volkswagen Group of America, Inc."}]}]}