NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 79 owner complaints for the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan. Most complaints involve electrical system (29) and engine (20). The EPA rates it 24–27 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Tiguan vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V082. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tiguan, 2023 Arteon, and 2024-2025 Audi Q3 vehicles. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Tiguan model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 167 |
| 2010 | 110 |
| 2011 | 162 |
| 2012 | 153 |
| 2013 | 140 |
| 2014 | 84 |
| 2015 | 62 |
| 2016 | 97 |
| 2017 | 77 |
| 2018 | 289 |
| 2019 | 196 |
| 2020 | 141 |
| 2021 | 144 |
| 2022 | 279 |
| 2023 | 72 |
| 2024 | 79 |
| 2025 | 58 |
| 2026 | 38 |
“Screen went black on vehicle entertainment console and SOS emergency system failure being reported by vehicle dashboard indicators. Rear-view camera is unreliable and video feed freezes or fails to display. No power delivery to charging ports. Mobile Wifi Access point paid service is inaccessible. Already taken vehicle into dealership who alerted me of a backorder for a necessary replacement of the f5 module to remedy the issue with vehicle. I am a lessee with a warranty on this vehicle. Dealership says I just have to wait. Is this car now unsafe to drive?”
“The vehicle experienced a sudden, total loss of motive power while driving on active roads on two separate occasions (10/06/2026 and 10/18/2026). The vehicle completely shuts off without throwing any preliminary dashboard warnings, battery lights, or error messages. Once shut down, the ignition will not turn over and the engine refuses to start. The vehicle can only be temporarily revived via an external jumpstart, indicating that the engine is draining the battery entirely while in motion because the alternator or smart battery charging module is defective. During the second incident on 10/18/2026, the vehicle stalled in the middle of a busy traffic intersection while stopping at a red light. My spouse and infant child were trapped in the vehicle for over two hours in an extremely high-risk crash zone before roadside help could arrive to jumpstart the vehicle. The local authorized Volkswagen dealership previously attempted to remedy the issue on 10/06/2026 by simply charging the battery for 24 hours, failing to find the root cause of the active electrical drainage and releasing an unsafe vehicle back into commerce. This is a severe, unpredictable stalling…”
“2024 VW Tiguan MIB3 module failed; dealership attempted software flash which completely disabled the federally mandated rear-view backup camera. Part is on national backorder with no ETA and VW Corporate refused assistance.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan S Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,300 | 331 |
| Tiguan Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,400 | 345 |
| Tiguan 4motion Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,500 | 357 |
| Tiguan R-Line 4motion Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 24 | $2,600 | 367 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
2 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 79 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (29), engine (20), back over prevention (10). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan at 24–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan 4 out of 5 stars overall.