Volkswagen Tiguan recalls

38 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, including 1 with a do-not-drive warning. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

Latest recalls

26V590000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Steering recallOne of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break.Steering & suspensionFree replacement209KunitsSep 1126V587000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallA software error may cause the body control module (BCM) system to reset.ElectricalFree software update50KunitsSep 1026V321000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallAn error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as…Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update8unitsMay 2025V854000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag…Air bagsFree repair3,138unitsDec 202525V526000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Steering recallA tie rod bolt on the rear axle assembly may be loose, which can lead to a loss of vehicle control.Steering & suspensionFree replacement15unitsAug 202525V082000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallAn error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as…Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update30KunitsFeb 202522V815000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Tires recallThe tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four…TiresFree software update296KunitsOct 202222V514000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallThe manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display.Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update43KunitsJul 202222V226000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Structure recallDue to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hatch spoiler may be insufficiently attached to the vehicle.Body & latchesFree replacement6,553unitsApr 202222V176000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallA second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available.Steering & suspensionFree replacement10KunitsMar 202221V853000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe nut that secures the brake pipe near the right-front wheel well may be loose.Brakes & stabilityFree repair1,285unitsNov 202121V732000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Structure recallDuring the repair of roof damage, an incorrect roof reinforcement assembly may have been installed.Body & latchesFree replacement2unitsSep 202121V321000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Unknown OR Other recallThese internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may…OtherRefund / repurchase46unitsMay 202121V038000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Seats recallBolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.Seats & beltsFree repair57unitsFeb 202120V724000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Seat Belts recallIn the event of a crash, one or both of the front seat belt's webbing may tear.Seats & beltsFree replacement11KunitsNov 202020V716000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallThe rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze.Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update32KunitsNov 202020V579000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Seat Belts recallThe third row seat belt anchor bolts may not have been properly torqued.Seats & beltsRefund / repurchase6unitsSep 202020V505000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Seats recallParts of the front seat frame and backrest adjuster may not have been welded properly.Seats & beltsFree replacement5,376unitsAug 202019V679000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Unknown OR Other recallModifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with…OtherRefund / repurchase113unitsSep 201919V535000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or…Air bagsFree software update28KunitsJul 201919V241000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Equipment recallThe tire information label contains inaccurate tire dimension and inflation pressure specifications.EquipmentFree repair8unitsMar 201919V188000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallThe rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.Steering & suspensionFree replacement56KunitsMar 201918V824000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe instrument cluster may not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the…ElectricalFree software update74KunitsNov 201818V467000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Visibility recallThe LED module for the panoramic sunroof ambient light bar may short circuit.Camera, lights & visibilityFree repair45KunitsJul 201818V375000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallIn the event of a crash, the passenger frontal air bag may tear or not properly unfold during deployment.Air bagsFree replacement821unitsJun 201818V324000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallThe nut that holds the lower ball joint of the front wheel on each side of the vehicle may be loose or improperly tightened.Do not driveSteering & suspensionFree replacement2,473unitsMay 201818V329000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Unknown OR Other recallModifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with…OtherRefund / repurchase252unitsMay 201818V262000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallA lower loop of a rear shock absorber may separate from its base due to an incorrect welding process.Steering & suspensionFree repair7,430unitsApr 201818V159000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Engine recallThe engine support bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.Engine & powertrainFree replacement4unitsMar 201818V102000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe front driver air bag installed on these vehicles may not be intended for use in vehicles sold in the United States.Air bagsFree replacement3,768unitsFeb 201817V662000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Exterior Lighting recallThe back-up lights in the taillight assemblies may not be bright enough.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement5,509unitsOct 201716V955000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallAdditionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt…Air bagsFree replacement5,947unitsDec 201616V464000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Latches/locks/linkages recallVibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage…Body & latchesFree replacement5,658unitsJun 201616V045000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe affected vehicles are equipped with driver and front seat passenger seat-mounted air bag inflators that may rupture in the…Air bagsFree replacement734unitsJan 201615V483000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallIn the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag…Air bagsFree replacement416KunitsAug 201515V311000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Equipment recallThese vehicles may be equipped with Certification labels that are missing the required tire pressure information and they may…EquipmentFree repair2,957unitsMay 201514V441000 · Volkswagen OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallWhen using winterized fuel, in certain conditions bubbles may form in the fuel system which could result in the vehicle stalling.Fuel systemFree software update151KunitsJul 201413V569000 · Volkswagen OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallDue to a problem with the fuse for the exterior lights, the holder for the fuse that controls the vehicle's exterior lights…ElectricalFree replacement62KunitsNov 2013