[lt13624]

So, I think I may have found a future known problem on the Tiguan, either that or Im unlucky
I went to pull the release lever to push the left hand rear seat forward and "ping", the metal cable snapped clean off. Now the lever just flaps around and no seat release

The little toggle that holds it loos incredibly weak for the job and the metal cable has disappeared into the housing. Trip to the dealer now. Be careful if you feel the lever becoming very taut.

 

[GTD184]

Common problem which is simmilar in design to cable operated bonnet release. Maybe it was tentioned incorrectly. However, and as much it is a nuisance and inconvenience it should not take long to replace by service.