https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Volkswagen Tiguan. en-us Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:56:33 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#recall-26V321000-volkswagen-volkswagen-tiguan-2024 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Tiguan vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V082. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2178752 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Constantly beeps travel assist unavailable, steering wheel has already been replaced but it started again, no way to turn off the constant beeping while you are driving https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2177519 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact's daughter owns a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shook and decelerated abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the vehicle should not be driven because the drive belt needed to be replaced; however, the part was on backorder with no ETA. The vehicle was not repaired. The ma https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2177622 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT SOS button is not working. Console fell out of roof of car earlier this summer (a national recall) and now the SOS error J949 is not working, and because the SOS button isnt working neither is the bluetooth. This is absolutely due to the faulty console that had to be rewired and clipped back into the roof of the vehicle. Currently not being covered by dealerships, it is absolutely a volkswagen https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2177138 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I am filing a safety complaint regarding a serious transmission defect in my vehicle. The drive and reverse gears are not functioning properly. After driving for a few minutes and parking, when I attempt to reverse on an inclined surface, the vehicle unexpectedly moves forward instead of backward. Similarly, when the vehicle is parked facing downhill and I shift into drive to move forward, it rol https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2177139 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I am filing a safety complaint regarding a serious transmission defect in my vehicle. The drive and reverse gears are not functioning properly. After driving for a few minutes and parking, when I attempt to reverse on an inclined surface, the vehicle unexpectedly moves forward instead of backward. Similarly, when the vehicle is parked facing downhill and I shift into drive to move forward, it rol https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2177140 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I am filing a safety complaint regarding a serious transmission defect in my vehicle. The drive and reverse gears are not functioning properly. After driving for a few minutes and parking, when I attempt to reverse on an inclined surface, the vehicle unexpectedly moves forward instead of backward. Similarly, when the vehicle is parked facing downhill and I shift into drive to move forward, it rol https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2177010 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT UNKNOWN INCIDENT. I had a 2016 VW Tiguan with just over 80k miles (approximately 80,200 mi). On 1/6/2026 about 10 min after driving home from the gym, I heard a small explosion from the garage where my car was parked. The garage was filled with smoke and large flames were visible from under the front end of the vehicle. We called 911 and tried to put it out with a fire extinguisher but it continu https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2176706 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owned a 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact pulled over and added oil to the engine. The failure occurred on several occasions, and the contact stated he consistently added oil for the vehicle to return to normal operation. No warning lights were illuminated. T https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2176486 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Oil light continues to come on after about 1,000-1,500 miles after an oil change. This has happen several times now and I have to put oil in it to keep it from ruining the engine. I see hat there have been complaints about this already with these models with excessive oil consumption and even engine failure. This needs to be fixed. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2176428 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The emergency brake came on and the engine turned off on its own , may be a faulty sensor in the seat. Sensor is detecting no one is in the drivers seat, and you are sitting in it. Car put on emergency brake and shut engine off at red light, as it turned green and you move foot from brake to gas pedal, putting car at risk of collision from behind. Dealership said they can’t reproduce this and ther https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2176429 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The emergency brake came on and the engine turned off on its own , may be a faulty sensor in the seat. Sensor is detecting no one is in the drivers seat, and you are sitting in it. Car put on emergency brake and shut engine off at red light, as it turned green and you move foot from brake to gas pedal, putting car at risk of collision from behind. Dealership said they can’t reproduce this and ther https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2176430 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The emergency brake came on and the engine turned off on its own , may be a faulty sensor in the seat. Sensor is detecting no one is in the drivers seat, and you are sitting in it. Car put on emergency brake and shut engine off at red light, as it turned green and you move foot from brake to gas pedal, putting car at risk of collision from behind. Dealership said they can’t reproduce this and ther https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2176160 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving and while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle unexpectedly vibrated with the EPC warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was idling roughly, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was dia https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2175994 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT On 7/22/25, I started an oil consumption test. It was eventually diagnosed that it was an issue because the cylinder head was replaced 9/25/25. Then a total engine replacement 1/26/2026 and on 2/10/2026 the dipstick tube was replaced. The car has consistently had engine oil consumption and still under the manufacturer warranty. It’s a lemon https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2175995 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT On 7/22/25, I started an oil consumption test. It was eventually diagnosed that it was an issue because the cylinder head was replaced 9/25/25. Then a total engine replacement 1/26/2026 and on 2/10/2026 the dipstick tube was replaced. The car has consistently had engine oil consumption and still under the manufacturer warranty. It’s a lemon https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2175903 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Loss of acceleration. Errors. Turbo failure before 3,000k miles. Received five errors alerts at once: 1. Emergency Assist not available 2. Engine Speed Max 4000rpm 3. Error: Drive System currently unavailable 4. Error: Cruise Control System 5. Travel Assist currently unavailable. Initial occurrence was misdiagnosed at dealership as a computer system failure. They cleared the alerts but not th https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2175904 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Loss of acceleration. Errors. Turbo failure before 3,000k miles. Received five errors alerts at once: 1. Emergency Assist not available 2. Engine Speed Max 4000rpm 3. Error: Drive System currently unavailable 4. Error: Cruise Control System 5. Travel Assist currently unavailable. Initial occurrence was misdiagnosed at dealership as a computer system failure. They cleared the alerts but not th https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2175905 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Loss of acceleration. Errors. Turbo failure before 3,000k miles. Received five errors alerts at once: 1. Emergency Assist not available 2. Engine Speed Max 4000rpm 3. Error: Drive System currently unavailable 4. Error: Cruise Control System 5. Travel Assist currently unavailable. Initial occurrence was misdiagnosed at dealership as a computer system failure. They cleared the alerts but not th https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2175013 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that the engine warning light was illuminated due to an emissions issue. The message to check the oil level was displayed. The contact pulled over to check the oil and added a quart of oil. The vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that there was smoke co https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2175014 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that the engine warning light was illuminated due to an emissions issue. The message to check the oil level was displayed. The contact pulled over to check the oil and added a quart of oil. The vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that there was smoke co https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2175015 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that the engine warning light was illuminated due to an emissions issue. The message to check the oil level was displayed. The contact pulled over to check the oil and added a quart of oil. The vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that there was smoke co https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2175022 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I got into the middle lane, getting ready to turn left. I was going about 15-20 mph, when I got into the middle lane, the Emergency Brake came on and slammed my car into park. The master technician experienced the problem. There was no warning lamps, but there were symptoms that lead up, like trying to back up or go forward when turning on the vehicle and it deploying the emergency brake and putti https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2174022 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Feb 2026 My airbag light came on few days ago, now my horn doesn't work, and the functions on the steering wheel don't work, like being able to reset tire pressure and check functions for the car, the phone, the radio/cd information. Jan 2025 My seat belt (driver ) lock is broken ,to attach the seat belt in place..I have to just keep it clicked in, and put it over my shoulder (over a yr now) A https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2174023 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Feb 2026 My airbag light came on few days ago, now my horn doesn't work, and the functions on the steering wheel don't work, like being able to reset tire pressure and check functions for the car, the phone, the radio/cd information. Jan 2025 My seat belt (driver ) lock is broken ,to attach the seat belt in place..I have to just keep it clicked in, and put it over my shoulder (over a yr now) A https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2174024 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Feb 2026 My airbag light came on few days ago, now my horn doesn't work, and the functions on the steering wheel don't work, like being able to reset tire pressure and check functions for the car, the phone, the radio/cd information. Jan 2025 My seat belt (driver ) lock is broken ,to attach the seat belt in place..I have to just keep it clicked in, and put it over my shoulder (over a yr now) A https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2174025 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Feb 2026 My airbag light came on few days ago, now my horn doesn't work, and the functions on the steering wheel don't work, like being able to reset tire pressure and check functions for the car, the phone, the radio/cd information. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2174026 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Feb 2026 My airbag light came on few days ago, now my horn doesn't work, and the functions on the steering wheel don't work, like being able to reset tire pressure and check functions for the car, the phone, the radio/cd information. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2174029 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT As of Aug 2025, my car keeps having issues of stalling/ bucking, even though my mechanic has changed the points/plugs twice now. Now the overheat light comes on ,off and on.. sometimes clears up once the car is shut off and then turned back on.. some times has to sit for a while, then clears up https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-tiguan#complaint-2174030 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT As of Aug 2025, my car keeps having issues of stalling/ bucking, even though my mechanic has changed the points/plugs twice now. Now the overheat light comes on ,off and on.. sometimes clears up once the car is shut off and then turned back on.. some times has to sit for a while, then clears up