2010 Volkswagen Tiguan: engine stalls while driving

Filed Sep 4, 2021 · Electrical · CA

The fusebox that was included in the federal safety agency recall #13V569000 for lighting defects was never resolved correctly on this car and many other VW Tiquans like this. I am a 45 year ASE licensed professional automotive technician. I am an ASE Master tech with current L1-L9 licensing. I am also an ex GM mastertech as well. Part time automotive instructor too. I've seen the multiple cases filed with the federal safety agency regarding this melting fuse box that causes multiple issues whether they be with lighting, causes the engine & whole electrical system to shut down, same with several computers. I've scanned the system using VAG-COM and have two different sets of scan data to show clearly the issue. The car will load a multitude of erroneous codes because the central electrical, ABS, engine computer & other modules lose power causing a VERY dangerous situation for the operator of the vehicle. Not to mention a fire danger. I have pictures of the before and after repair I did on this vehicle. It still needs the fuse box replaced. I replaced the melted #6 wire that attaches to the fuse box (VW part# 1K0 937 125D) which was included in the original the federal safety agency recall I mentioned at the beginning of this essay. The vehicle & component is available for inspection at any time. This vehicle stalled & left my wife & kids stranded several times making it incredibly unsafe to drive. The car has been ok now for 2 weeks after my temporary repair. Prior the federal safety agency complaints from other owners with similar issues were 10551509, 10552308, 10553122, 10553811, & 10776567.

Filed Jun 7, 2021 · Engine · 90,666 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while reversing out of the driveway at approximately 3 mph, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the timing chain failed causing the engine to seize and valves to bend. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the manufacturer had extended the warranty on the vehicle however, the warranty had expired in April 2020. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the vehicle extended warranty expired and the vehicle was not eligible for a free repair. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 90,666.

Filed Dec 26, 2017 · Driver assistance, Engine · 102,000 miles · MD

Tl-contact owns a 2010 volkswagon ruatuan ----vehicle does have recall but contact stated volkswagon stated VIN number is not included in recall... Contact called dealership and dealership stated even though vehicle has same problems there is nothing they can do ... Engine turns off with key in ignition and ignition becomes loose key turns to off position and car shuts off while driving..contact given number to volkswagon. Cb .0recallsassociated with this VIN

Filed Oct 16, 2017 · Engine · 98,000 miles · KS

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen tiguan. While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled. Prior to the vehicle stalling, there was an abnormal vibration while driving. The contact stated that the failure occurred while driving to the dealer (molle volkswagen, 808 w 103rd st, kansas city, mo 64114, (816) 941-9500) for diagnostic testing. The contact was informed that the timing belt fractured, which caused the engine and turbo charger to be destroyed. The contact was informed that the engine was irreparably damaged. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.

Filed Sep 23, 2016 · Engine · 77,000 miles · TX

On 6/23/16 (77000 estimated miles) vehicle signaled "oil pressure low" it immediately stalled while in motion on the expressway during traffic hour during our vacation while it was on and we were driving. Miraculously we were able to push the stalled vehicle to safety and there were no injuries. It has to be towed to our hometown. Vw dealership advised us that it would require an engine replacement. That the timing belt had taken out the engine. Estimated costs of repairs $7800. Owner's manual states that the timing belt is a lifetime part, it does not suggest maintenance or repair of it at any point. Our private mechanic repaired it for $3800. Spoke to vw stated that they would not repair or cover the costs. Case #161500844 with vw.

Filed Jun 12, 2015 · Acceleration, Engine · 37,000 miles · TN

In february 2014, my tiguan began stalling when I would slow down to enter an off or on ramp. I would slow down, but when I attempted to speed back up, the car would begin stalling out, at times stalling out completely. I changed fuel, thinking that might be the problem, but it wasn't. My neighbor, who had just bought a 2014 tiguan, told me he had received a recall notice regarding stalling issues involving the fuel pump in all tiguans from 2009-2014. I googled the recall, and then made an appointment regarding this issue, taking my car in on may 5, 2014 at hallmark volkswagon, bakers bridge rd in franklin, tn. The service department, according to my paperwork, states they "replaced transfer pump in tank on driver side then test drove. Found fuel pressure still low. Replaced in tank fuel pump (passenger side) then rechecked. Fuel pressures ok and no longer stalls." since that service date, my tiguan has been back to be serviced several times, for continued stalling issues, and to date, has not been resolved. The stalling now occurs at different times and more frequently. The "safety issue" regarding the stalling is a serious one, in that when my tiguan begins stalling out, my foot is on the gas pedal and not the brake, resulting in the driver behind me not knowing that I am either slowing down or coming to a stop. I have come very close to being rear-ended on numerous occasions due to this issue, and it is only a matter of time, before I do get rear-ended, and the likelihood of it being on a highway by a semi truck is very good, as I drive to cincinnati often to see my cardiologist for heart issues. I leave again in 2 days for heart surgery in cincinnati...I have 3 things to fear: 1) getting there safely 2) surviving heart surgery 3) getting back safely ...the stress of driving a car that may, or may not, stall out, is not good for my heart!

Filed Oct 7, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 79,000 miles · RI

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen tiguan. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the engine stalled and transmission failed. The contact was able to maneuver the vehicle to side of road. The battery and cdc-edc warning indicators were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired with a replacement engine, fly wheels that assisted the crank signal and new battery. The contact mentioned that shortly after the repairs were completed, the independent mechanic diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired per the transmission failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000.

Filed Oct 6, 2014 · Engine · 64,624 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen tiguan. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to restart and was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the manifold needed to be cleaned due to carbon build-up. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to accelerate. An independent mechanic and dealer diagnosed that the turbo valve needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired for this failure. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v441000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 64,624.

Filed Aug 5, 2014 · Engine · 63,000 miles · KS

Was leaving the cul-de-sac where we live and the first intersection is a "t". As the car started to make a left hand turn the car shut down with no warning. With the steering hydraulic system shut down and brake system shut down, we are blessed the car was able to stop before hitting a parked trailer. Put the car on park, restarted the car with no problem, then the engine light came on, put it on drive to drive it back home and stalled again, completely off. After two attempts, made it home and into garage. A couple of hours later I turned the car on and engine light was on. Did not move it. Next morning, to drive it to dealer hoping no tow needed, I noticed no engine warning light so I decided to try driving it to dealer. It stalled and shut down again backing out of garage. Put it on park, turned it on but did not turn on A/C this time. Made it all the way ok to dealer and engine warning light never turned on. Around the dealer, I drove it with A/C on and could not replicate the event. Highly concerned that this could have happened at a higher speed on a gradual curve would have been potentially a deadly accident. I'm expecting a call from the dealer sometime today.

Filed Mar 16, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 29,000 miles · CT

The engine is shutting off/stalling without any warning, this has happened a few times. Each time the symptoms are the same, after driving for about an hour the car is parked and left for one or two hours. When it is restarted it runs for about 30 seconds and then shuts off with no warning, the car can be moving at the time or stationary and still in park, either way the engine can be restarted but may shut down for a second time after another 30 seconds. So far it has not required more than one restart, there are no fault codes which may indicate a fuel or electrical issue. I have researched this and it appears to be a common issue with the tiguan. My concern is that the car may be involved in an accident as you have to wait for the car to come to a complete stop then select park and restart the engine, you can then put it back into drive before you can pull away again,and repeat if it happens a second time.

Filed Dec 26, 2013 · Engine, Fuel system · 41,000 miles · NC

Vehicle was in heavy traffic moving approx. 5mph and stalled. Was able to stop and attempt to restart a couple of times and engine would attempt to start, but would quickly shut off as if engine was not receiving any fuel. Pushed vehicle to nearby parking lot and same thing, vehicle would crank make some sputtering sounds and shut off. Epc and engine lights on. Pressing accelerator did not help. This had occurred 3-4 times several months earlier usually when backing out of a parking lot after starting the car. Reported to dealer at that time and they said a code was seen , but they could not replicate the problem and car was fine. Those times the car was able to be restarted, this time not. Had towed to dealer and waiting for them to check again. Have strong safety concerns given stalling while in traffic.

Filed Oct 25, 2010 · Acceleration, Engine · 4,000 miles · IL

Tl*the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen tiguan. In july 2010, the electronic power control light illuminated. The dealer replaced the accelerator pedal at that time. In october 2010, while the contact was driving approximately 40 MPH and attempting to turn, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact was able to restart and drive to the dealer where a few parts were replaced (the name of the parts were unavailable). The contact called the manufacturer who offered to assist with a one month payment towards the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000 and the current mileage was 6,053.