2018 Volkswagen Tiguan body problems

Filed Mar 24, 2026 · Airbags, Body · NY

My 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan experienced a failure of the airbag control module caused by water intrusion through the HVAC access area and failed seam seal tape at the cowl support. The dealership confirmed that water leaked through a factory seam, accumulated at the airbag module, and caused the module to fail. The airbag warning light is illuminated, and the system is inoperable. This failure matches the same defect pattern covered under Volkswagen’s recall campaigns for the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport (water intrusion leading to airbag control module failure), but my VIN is not included. The root cause and safety implications are identical: water entering through a body seam/HVAC area and compromising the airbag system. This is a safety‑critical issue that disables the airbags and creates a risk of injury in a crash. I am requesting the federal safety agency review this defect for potential recall expansion. Dealership Findings: • Water present at airbag control module • Water leaking through HVAC access hole • Failed seam seal tape at cowl support • Water accumulation damaging the airbag module • Cowl trim cracked and repaired • Recommended replacement of airbag control module and seam sealing tape • Estimated repair cost: $1,377 + tax Safety Concern: Airbag system is disabled due to water intrusion from a factory seam. This creates a risk of injury or death in the event of a collision.

Filed Dec 15, 2025 · Body, Fuel system · IL

1)My sunroof/window is leaking. This has caused internal damage. My car had 2-2.5 inches of water that has damaged by carpeting and pads the 60E5 was performed. ~72,500 miles 2018 Tiguan. 2) dealer service has advised of service:REPLACE SET OF (4) FUEL INJECTOR O-RINGS DUE TO FUEL LEAK AT FUEL RAIL-INCLUDE INTAKE MANIFOLD GAKET AND THROTTLE BODY GASKET.

Filed Aug 17, 2023 · Body · SC

There is an excessive amount of water leaking into the passenger compartment and also the cargo area The result is that considerable mold growing on the carpeting of the entire car The dealer has ordered repair parts but the parts are on back order leaving me to drive the vehicle while it has mold I have been advised if I remove the molded carpeting I will invalidate the warranty Very dangerous as occupying this vehicle results in inhaling mold

Filed Oct 20, 2022 · Body, Electrical · FL

The front passenger door locking system does not function properly. The door intermittently is unable to be unlocked or opened from the outside and must manually be opened from the inside. The door also intermittently doesn't lock. This is a safety concern for thieves. If in immediate danger, ie. accident, no one is able to open the passenger door to access the person. No indication lights appear on the vehicle.

Filed Aug 2, 2021 · Body · WI

Driving down the Highway with my kids in the car and the sunroof shattered. No was around driving near me, nothing was hit, no other damage on my vehicle. the sunroof just exploded with my 4 children in the car. Now Im 1,000 miles away from home.

Filed Mar 2, 2020 · Body, Seat belts · 75,390 miles · NY

Leaking from panoramic moonroof,water coming from pipe draine tubes and dripping into back into seatbelts compartment that freeze seatbelts during cold weather and I can not pull seatbelts out to buckle up. Also at the same time water coming into trunk making area where wiring sistem going through all wet .vw dealer fixed it once by and it happend second time again.my car is in the shop now and this problem will just keep going on in my opinion forever until car eventually die because of water going onto wiring .

Filed Jan 29, 2020 · Body · 30,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 volkswagen tiguan. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH in inclement weather, the frontal collision warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to (volkswagen of downtown chicago, located at 1111 n. Clark st, chicago, il 60610), to be diagnosed. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.

Filed Aug 20, 2019 · Body · MD

The newest generation vw tiguan has a b pillar issue where the rivets where the b pillar is welded rattles. I am concerned of the over all structure of the vehicle and how it would withstand a car accident.

Filed May 3, 2019 · Body · NC

Bought the vehicle new in early april 2019, after a couple hundred miles I noticed a screeching/rattling noise coming from both the driver's and passenger's side b pillars. I took it back the dealer for a resolution to the issue. They heard the noise and said there is fix for the problem that involves gutting the entire interior and welding bad or missing welds on the structure up near the roof. I have two problems with their solution. First, this is a safety issue. Who knows if the roof would hold up during a rollover accident considering the dealership mechanics are not qualified welders for such a critical application. Second, the noise is very distracting while driving. So I have decide whether or not to let them tear the entire interior out of my vehicle and let them make shoddy repair on my brand new vehicle or take a chance on my and my passenger's safety. Shame on volkswagen. These vehicles should be bought or replaced with a 2019 which doesn't seem to have the problem.

Filed Dec 7, 2018 · Body, Fuel system · 10 miles · VA

I purchased my tiguan se 4motion in july 2018 and since I have owned the vehicle I have had issues with the acceleration and noise coming from the passenger side b pillar. The acceleration feels like a turbo lag from the start where the gas pedal is pressed but the vehicle hesitates to respond causing a small "stall". This happens in both drive and sport modes. When accelerating up-hill the vehicle has issues with finding the proper gear and constantly searches for a gear to settle on. The b pillar noise sounds like loud clicking when going over bumps and ruts in the road and even makes a noise when opening the door to its fullest.