MYRModel Year Report

2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

▲ Better than typical
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan
RENDERED 2026-09-16T17:27:57.475Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volkswagen Tiguan Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2014 highlighted. 2009: 167 complaints 2009 2010: 110 complaints 2011: 161 complaints 2012: 152 complaints 2012 2013: 139 complaints 2014: 84 complaints 2014 2015: 62 complaints 2015 2016: 96 complaints 2017: 75 complaints 2018: 282 complaints 2018 2019: 190 complaints 2020: 138 complaints 2021: 139 complaints 2021 2022: 266 complaints 2023: 62 complaints 2024: 65 complaints 2024 2025: 47 complaints 2026: 25 complaints 2026
2014: 84 complaints
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YearComplaints
2009167
2010110
2011161
2012152
2013139
201484
201562
201696
201775
2018282
2019190
2020138
2021139
2022266
202362
202465
202547
202625

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

AIR BAGS 56%

56% of complaints: air bags — 47 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing driver clockspring/spiral cassette.

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THE CLOCK SPRING IN THE STEERING COLUMN DETERIORATED AND BECAME NONFUNCTIONAL IN A CAR THAT IS ONLY 3 YEARS OLD AND WITH ONLY 17000 MILES ON IT. THIS IS NOT AN OLD CAR, TO SPEND ABOUT $800 TO REPAIR A PART THAT IS STILL THIS NEW IS RIDICULOUS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171223

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 26%

26% of complaints: electrical system — 22 distinct reports on file.

STEERING 24%

24% of complaints: steering — 20 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 13%

13% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.

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My 2014 Tiguan, VIN [XXX], has been serviced at an authorized VW dealer since I purchased it.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260805

Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM and UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The check Engine light on my car comes up anytime I drive the car. The car has 72350 miles driven. The dealership said it is a known timing belt issue with VW Tiguans . It is going to cost me upto $3000.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231206

WHEN I GOT INTO MY 2014 TIGUAN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON. SINCE THE CAR IS ONLY 5 MONTHS OLD I DIDN'T GIVE IT MUCH THOUGHT AND FIGURED IT WAS SOMETHING SIMPLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140421

SERVICE BRAKES 5%

5% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS ACCIDENTALLY ENGAGED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH IN TRAFFIC, BRINGING THE CAR TO A FULL STOP. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE BUTTON IS LOCATED NEXT THE TO CUP HOLDER IN THE CENTER CONSOLE BETWEEN THE FRONT SEATS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190817

DRIVING IN COLD WEATHER AND SLOW ENOUGH SPEED, THE ELECTRONIC STABILIZATION CONTROL LIGHT WENT ON, INDICATING ESC FAILURE. THE STEERING AND BRAKES ALTERNATELY AND SIMULTANEOUSLY FAILED. STEPPING ON THE BRAKES PRODUCED NO RESPONSE AT ALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170216

Also filed under ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20140819 — fuel system, gasoline

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 to June 2014.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to increase the fuel pump pressure, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987.

Campaign 14V441000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20150324 — PE (closed 20150928)

Air Bag Clockspring Failure

R 20160115 — air bags

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off.

Campaign 15V483000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20171113 — RQ (closed 20180504)

Air Bag Clockspring Failure

I 20180418 — EA (open)

Air Bag Clockspring Failure

R 20181129 — unknown or other

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018.

Campaign 18V329000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2014 Volkswagen Tiguan — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (47 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (20 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V441000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V483000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18V329000 (unknown or other) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.