Does the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?

The 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan has 4 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with electrical system: instrument cluster/panel.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan?

443 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan?

There are 736 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan.

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2018 Volkswagen Tiguan service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

SE Sport Utility 4-Door
SEL Sport Utility 4-Door
SEL Premium Sport Utility 4-Door
S Sport Utility 4-Door
Highline Sport Utility 4-Door
Trendline Plus Sport Utility 4-Door
Comfortline Sport Utility 4-Door
Trendline Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

2.0L 1984CC 121Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
1.4L 1390CC 85Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #18V82400026/11/2018Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles that do not have keyless entry. The instrument cluster may

Consequence

If the driver is not notified by an audible noise that the key is left in the ignition, it can incre

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. T

NHTSA #19V67900025/09/2019Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta S

Consequence

If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 20

NHTSA #21V73200023/09/2021Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan vehicles. During the repair of roof damage, an incorrect roof reinforcement assembly may have been installed.

Consequence

The incorrect roof reinforcement may decrease the roof's structural integrity or impact deployment o

Remedy

Dealers will be replace the roof reinforcement, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mai

NHTSA #22V22600006/04/2022Component: STRUCTURE:BODY

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. Due to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hat

Consequence

An insufficiently attached spoiler may separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increas

Remedy

Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 20

TSB #11030847

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial opera

TSB #11030845

Moisture Accumulation

TSB #11030842

customer reports that the vehicle performed an unwarranted Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB).

TSB #11030841

Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting

TSB #11030838

Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors

TSB #11030829

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct multiple test plans: All basic settings test for the following comp

TSB #11030828

Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color

TSB #11030826

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent warning regarding counterfeit replacement airbag inflators that are being installed in used vehicles.

Showing the 8 most recent of 736 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20230607Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCrash reported5 injured

Engine keeps failing and dings while driving non-stop. Causes the vehicle to think there is another vehicle near me and activates the emergency braking in the middle of the highway almost causing me t

20230607Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKINGCrash reported5 injured

20210908Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

I was involved in a head-on collision going 35mph. The airbags failed to deploy. Due to this fact, my leg arms, and shoulder took all the force of the accident causing edema and bursitis to my left sh

20210126Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

MY NAME IS [XXX] AND I WAS A CAR ACCIDENT ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2021 A VEHICLE HIT ME. I WAS IN MOTION HEADING STRAIGHT AND THE OTHER CAR FAILED THE RIGHT AWAY AND HIT ME ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. MY

20180913Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported

TODAY, THE CAR STALLED WHILE I WAS STATION/STOPPED AT THE RED LIGHT AND GOT DRAGGED BY THE TRUCK WHICH ALMOST RAN OVER MY CAR. MY CAR'S SENSOR SWITCHED TO EMERGENCY MODE AND WOULD NOT LET ME DRIVE.

Showing the 5 most serious of 443 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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