NHTSA Data Explorer

Volkswagen Tiguan

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

2,236

Active records

Recalls

36

Active records

TSBs

2,361

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

1

Injuries

59

Crashes

64

Fires

25

Top reported issues — Volkswagen Tiguan

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Reporting mechanism

694

Condition issue

687

Operating state

672

Fluid issue

358

Performance issue

341

Safety restraint issue

332

Engine behavior

324

Driver assistance issue

268

Noise

217

Braking behavior

160

Thermal issue

148

Steering behavior

134

Infotainment behavior

127

Electrical issue

123

Lighting behavior

120

Vibration/harshness

112

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

100

Powering on/off behavior

76

Access/entry issue

74

Starting behavior

66

Safety restraint behavior

58

Smell

29

HVAC behavior

26

Recent change

22

Ride/handling behavior

20

Wiper/washer behavior

19

Communication/network issue

14

Charging behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Filed Oct 21, 2026


A software update from Volkswagen causes the infotainment system to crash and become unusable and no longer functions. Car owner is forced to purchase a new infotainment control system which is back ordered nationally with no estimation of arrival. The back up camera, and rear traffic warning no longer works as the screen is black. There is no radio, safety controls, vehicle notifications, no media control or connectivity to phones. This is a national problem, this is effecting thousands…

2019 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Filed Oct 21, 2026


Cylinder head failure. Vehicle is currently at VW dealership waiting on part that is in a nationwide backorder as so many are failing. I was told it will be at least a 4-6 week wait for repair, maybe longer as part is backordered. Vehicle had a full inspection done by VW dealership. Vehicle was needing oil in between oil changes, then after last oil change, the low oil light came on 3 days after a full oil change. Then started going through 2 quarts a quart a week and noticed smoke coming from…

2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Filed Oct 21, 2026


My vehicle is under safety recall NHTSA 26V590 (Volkswagen 48LG / 48VT). The steering rack mounting bolt can corrode and break, which can cause a loss of steering control. I was notified of this recall about a month ago. As of October 21, 2026, there is still no remedy available, and I am told owner letters may not go out until around November 10 — nearly two months after the recall was announced — with no date for when a repair will actually exist. This is my only vehicle, and I have to…

2013 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Filed Oct 20, 2026


Engine light on at around 50K - dealership said it was just an issue with the warning lights don't worry unless it blinks. At 74K I found out the turbo boost was the reason for this and I should have been told when the car was still under warranty. Realized in December of 2020 the car was soaking wet inside. Front and Back carpet was soaked like a sponge. Thought it was from driving in slush - turns out it's the moonroof drains. Repaired by VW dealership - all carpet and padding was ripped out…

2024 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Filed Oct 19, 2026


The vehicle experienced a sudden, total loss of motive power while driving on active roads on two separate occasions (10/06/2026 and 10/18/2026). The vehicle completely shuts off without throwing any preliminary dashboard warnings, battery lights, or error messages. Once shut down, the ignition will not turn over and the engine refuses to start. The vehicle can only be temporarily revived via an external jumpstart, indicating that the engine is draining the battery entirely while in motion…

2016 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Filed Oct 19, 2026


Steering failure all of a sudden safety concern steering became very difficult the steering wheel became stiff and felt really unsafe. Red light for the steering turned on.

2024 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Filed Oct 19, 2026


The vehicle experienced a sudden, total loss of motive power while driving on active roads on two separate occasions (10/06/2026 and 10/18/2026). The vehicle completely shuts off without throwing any preliminary dashboard warnings, battery lights, or error messages. Once shut down, the ignition will not turn over and the engine refuses to start. The vehicle can only be temporarily revived via an external jumpstart, indicating that the engine is draining the battery entirely while in motion…

2023 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Filed Oct 18, 2026


My 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan has recurring oil consumption and an inoperative infotainment head unit. The engine requires approximately one additional quart of oil every 2,000 miles between oil changes. This requires repeated monitoring and oil additions. The cause of the oil loss or consumption has not been confirmed. The infotainment screen remains black. It briefly lights up or attempts to start, but does not successfully boot and remains unusable. This is a recurring problem. If accurate:…

2022 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Filed Oct 15, 2026


I am reporting a serious engine defect on my 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan at approximately 39,500 miles. The vehicle has excessive oil consumption and an oil leak. The authorized dealer diagnosed the problem as requiring full cylinder head replacement. This is a major engine repair at low mileage. I previously told the dealer the vehicle needed oil added between changes. The issue has worsened and now requires a cylinder head. I escalated with dealership management and Volkswagen Customer Care.…

2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

Filed Oct 14, 2026


I am writing because of a premature rear axle coil spring fracture , which could have caused immediate risk of tire puncture and loss of vehicle control. An engine light had come on in our vehicle, and we brought it in to the dealer to find out why. They could not find any reason that the light had come on, and said everything was fine, but that they did find that the rear spring was broken. We are aware that in 2019, Volkswagon had a recall on some of its models, and I believe that there is a…

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.