Volkswagen Tiguan years to avoid
More than twice the Tiguan's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Volkswagen Tiguan years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Volkswagen Tiguan complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Volkswagen Tiguan problems
All model years combined.
- Engine744
- Electrical559
- Airbags319
- Driver assistance239
- Transmission211
- Fuel system202
- Steering198
- Brakes143
- Lights128
- Body115
- Acceleration94
- Visibility92
Most reported problems on the Volkswagen Tiguan
Check engine light 204Stalling 170Engine failure 115Headlights 104Won't start 44
Volkswagen Tiguan problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | - | 38 | Engine | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2025 | - | 58 | Electrical | 6,000 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2024 | - | 80 | Electrical | 2 | 3 | ||
| 2023 | - | 72 | Engine | 14,171 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 47 | 281 | Engine | 30,000 | 5 | 3 | |
| 2021 | 71 | 146 | Engine | 26,000 | 5 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 73 | 141 | Electrical | 34,799 | 3 | 5 | |
| 2019 | 60 | 196 | Electrical | 3,000 | 5 | 6 | |
| 2018 | 43 | 289 | Engine | 6,900 | 14 | 5 | Avoid |
| 2017 | 75 | 77 | Airbags | 26,000 | 4 | 6 | Fewest complaints |
| 2016 | 80 | 97 | Airbags | 45,000 | 2 | 4 | |
| 2015 | 83 | 62 | Airbags | 51,524 | 4 | 1 | Fewest complaints |
| 2014 | 83 | 84 | Airbags | 50,000 | 3 | 2 | Fewest complaints |
| 2013 | 74 | 140 | Airbags | 54,000 | 3 | 2 | |
| 2012 | 68 | 153 | Engine | 50,000 | 3 | 10 | |
| 2011 | 69 | 162 | Engine | 60,000 | 3 | 4 | |
| 2010 | 75 | 110 | Engine | 73,000 | 2 | 5 | |
| 2009 | 66 | 168 | Engine | 70,000 | 3 | 5 |
Recalls 39
Volkswagen Tiguan warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
- This supporting FAQ is for the Turbocharger Limited Warranty Extension Class Action Settlement
- Volkswagen has extended the Warranty coverage for the Evap Leak Detection Pump (LDP) to 15 years or...
- Volkswagen Warranty has extended the coverage for the overhead console on 2019-2022 Tiguan Vehicles for 2...
- These documents are for the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Limited Warranty Extension as part of the...
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Questions about the Volkswagen Tiguan
What years of the Volkswagen Tiguan should you avoid?
2018. It has more than twice the Volkswagen Tiguan's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2018 alone has 289, mostly about engine and transmission.
What is the best year for a used Volkswagen Tiguan?
2015, 2017 and 2014 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (62, 77 and 84).
What is the most common problem with the Volkswagen Tiguan?
Engine, with 744 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (559) and airbags (319).
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Tiguan have?
39 recalls between 2009 and 2026. The 2018 model year has the most, with 14.
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