Volkswagen Tiguan complaints by model year
2,294 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 30 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | 49 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | 71 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| 2023 | 68 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 269 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| 2021 | 142 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 2020 | 140 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 2019 | 192 | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| 2018 | 284 | 5 | 3 | 14 |
| 2017 | 75 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| 2016 | 96 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 2015 | 62 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 2014 | 84 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2013 | 139 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 2012 | 153 | 10 | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 | 162 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| 2010 | 110 | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| 2009 | 168 | 5 | 6 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 81 | 41 | 25 | 54 | 112 | 24 | 18 | 10 | 13 |
| Electrical system | 12 | 44 | 56 | 34 | 25 | 62 | 12 | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Unknown or other | 9 | 53 | 39 | 53 | 29 | 49 | 12 | 19 | 12 | 5 |
| Power train | 5 | 49 | 17 | 5 | 11 | 42 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 12 | 24 | 16 | 11 | 33 | 9 | 6 | 13 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 40 | 10 | 3 | 12 | 31 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 3 |
| Structure | 4 | 39 | 9 | 16 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 20 | 24 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Volkswagen Tiguan recalls (39)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Tiguan model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V590000 | Sep 11, 2026 | Loss of Steering Control from Bolt Failure | 2018 | — |
| 26V587000 | Sep 10, 2026 | Body Control Module (BCM) May Reset Unexpectedly/FMVSS 101, 102 | 2025 | — |
| 26V321000 | May 20, 2026 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2024 | 0% |
| 25V854000 | Dec 10, 2025 | Front Passenger Air Bag May Not Deploy | 2025 | 40.3% |
| 25V526000 | Aug 13, 2025 | Loss of Vehicle Control from Loose Tie Rod Bolt | 2025 | 80% |
| 25V082000 | Feb 12, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2022, 2023, 2024 | 78.9% |
| 22V815000 | Oct 31, 2022 | Tire Pressure Loss Not Detected/FMVSS 138 | 2019 | 84.4% |
| 22V514000 | Jul 20, 2022 | Rearview Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2021, 2022 | 91.9% |
| 22V226000 | Apr 6, 2022 | Insufficiently Attached Spoiler May Separate | 2018–2022 | 78.5% |
| 22V176000 | Mar 23, 2022 | Rear Suspension Knuckle May Break | 2021, 2022 | 96.6% |
| 21V853000 | Nov 3, 2021 | Improperly Tightened Brake Pipe Nut | 2022 | 98.5% |
| 21V732000 | Sep 23, 2021 | Roof Reinforcement May Impair Side Air Bags | 2018 | 50% |
| 21V321000 | May 5, 2021 | Modifications to Vehicles Made Them Noncompliant | 2017 | 37% |
| 21V038000 | Feb 1, 2021 | Bolts May Be Missing From Front Seat Tracks | 2021 | 100% |
| 20V724000 | Nov 20, 2020 | Front Seat Belt Webbing May Tear in a Crash | 2018 | 88.5% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2024 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2023 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Volkswagen Tiguan FAQ
How many recalls has the Volkswagen Tiguan had?
NHTSA lists 39 recall campaigns that cover at least one Volkswagen Tiguan model year from 2009 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan year has the most complaints?
Among the last 13 model years with settled counts, the 2018 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (284) and the 2015 the fewest (62). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Volkswagen Tiguan problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the engine, electrical system, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Volkswagen Tiguan get?
EPA rates the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan at 25 to 29 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.