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Volkswagen Tiguan Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 15 model years, NHTSA lists 57 recalls and 1,886 owner complaints for the Volkswagen Tiguan. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Volkswagen Tiguan by model year
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Volkswagen models.
Volkswagen Tiguan: questions owners ask
Which Volkswagen Tiguan year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Volkswagen Tiguan model years with the most are the 2018 (287), 2022 (272) and 2019 (194). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2015 (62), 2023 (70) and 2017 (76), out of 13 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Tiguan have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 14 Volkswagen Tiguan model years, 57 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2018 (14), 2019 (5) and 2021 (5). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most stalling complaints?
176 owner complaints across 14 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2018 (33), 2022 (29) and 2012 (23) model years, out of 14 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most airbag complaints?
126 owner complaints across 6 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe airbag warning lights or airbag faults. The most were filed for the 2013 (40), 2014 (25) and 2016 (21) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most oil consumption complaints?
124 owner complaints across 8 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe excessive oil consumption or oil leaks. The most were filed for the 2022 (48), 2021 (32) and 2023 (11) model years, out of 8 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
101 owner complaints across 6 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2018 (41), 2022 (34) and 2012 (8) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most check engine light complaints?
88 owner complaints across 10 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2022 (17), 2021 (14) and 2012 (12) model years, out of 10 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most sunroof complaints?
35 owner complaints across 5 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe the sunroof or panoramic roof shattering, exploding or failing. The most were filed for the 2019 (10), 2021 (9) and 2016 (8) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most engine failure complaints?
33 owner complaints across 4 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. The most were filed for the 2022 (11), 2012 (9) and 2021 (9) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most infotainment screen complaints?
26 owner complaints across 3 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe the infotainment or touch screen freezing, rebooting or going black. The most were filed for the 2022 (13), 2024 (9) and 2023 (4) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most engine noise complaints?
25 owner complaints across 4 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe a knocking, ticking or rattling engine noise. The most were filed for the 2012 (14), 2013 (5) and 2014 (3) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most burning smell complaints?
23 owner complaints across 3 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe a burning smell or smoke. The most were filed for the 2022 (13), 2021 (7) and 2023 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan years have the most backup camera complaints?
14 owner complaints across 2 Volkswagen Tiguan model years describe the rearview or backup camera failing or showing a blank screen. The most were filed for the 2024 (8) and 2023 (6) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Volkswagen Tiguan fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Volkswagen Tiguan's first-time failure rate ranged from 8.3% for cars first registered in 2021 to 35.9% for 2010, across 12 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were tyres, suspension, lights and electrics. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.