Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Body Control Module (BCM) May Reset Unexpectedly/FMVSS 101, 102
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. A software error may cause the body control module (BCM) system to reset. This may result in the ignition switching off, resulting in an engine stall. It can also lead to a loss of certain controls, warning lights, exterior lighting, or failure of the rearview camera system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Controls and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect," as well as FMVSS numbers 111 and 108.
- Consequence
- An unexpected engine stall, loss of exterior lighting or warning lights, or failure of the rearview camera system can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 6, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 57KL. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 17, 2026.
Front Passenger Air Bag May Not Deploy
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.
- Consequence
- A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to allow occupants to sit in the front passenger seat until the remedy is complete. Dealers will repair the affected wiring harness in the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74HE. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 12, 2025.
Loss of Vehicle Control from Loose Tie Rod Bolt
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. A tie rod bolt on the rear axle assembly may be loose, which can lead to a loss of vehicle control.
- Consequence
- A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the affected tie rod bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42E7.
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Owner complaints (49)
49 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 49 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 15 | 30.6% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 13 | 26.5% |
| Unknown or other | 12 | 24.5% |
| Engine | 10 | 20.4% |
| Power train | 7 | 14.3% |
| Air bags | 5 | 10.2% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 10.2% |
| Service brakes | 5 | 10.2% |
| Suspension | 3 | 6.1% |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 4.1% |
How 2025 compares with other Tiguan years
Best and worst Tiguan years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 75 | 4 |
| 2018 | 284 | 14 |
| 2019 | 192 | 5 |
| 2020 | 140 | 3 |
| 2021 | 142 | 5 |
| 2022 | 269 | 5 |
| 2023 | 68 | 1 |
| 2024 | 71 | 2 |
| 2025 | 49 | 3 |
| 2026 | 30 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 29 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,300
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 307 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 29 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 34 / 29 | $2,300 | 307 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 32 / 28 | $2,400 | 320 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 | 351 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2025 Volkswagen Tiguan FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 26V587000 (electrical), 25V854000 (air bag), 25V526000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan problems?
Owners filed 49 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (15), Forward collision avoidance (13), Unknown or other (12) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 26 city, 34 highway and 29 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
NHTSA rated the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan suv fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (16.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2025 Tiguan compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Volkswagen Tiguan model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (75) and the 2018 the most (284). The 2025 drew 49. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.