2020 Volkswagen Tiguan
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 167 |
| 2010 | 109 |
| 2011 | 160 |
| 2012 | 152 |
| 2013 | 139 |
| 2014 | 82 |
| 2015 | 62 |
| 2016 | 95 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 274 |
| 2019 | 183 |
| 2020 | 132 |
| 2021 | 126 |
| 2022 | 243 |
| 2023 | 57 |
| 2024 | 54 |
| 2025 | 38 |
| 2026 | 20 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
25% of complaints: electrical system — 33 distinct reports on file.
INJURY19% of complaints: engine — 25 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact's fiancé owned a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while his fiancé was driving 30 mph when the steering wheel and the entire vehicle began to shake.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210622
11% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 14 distinct reports on file.
INJURY8% of complaints: service brakes — 10 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 9 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen ) is recalling certain 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Jetta, Jetta GLI and Tiguan and Audi Q5 and SQ5 and 2021 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats, and, as necessary, replace the seatback frames, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2020. Volkswagen owners may contact their customer service at 1-888-241-2289.
Campaign 20V505000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Tiguan LWB vehicles. The third row seat belt anchor bolts may not have been properly torqued.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners and will repurchase the vehicles. Owners are advised: No one should occupy the third row seat due to the safety risk. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Campaign 20V579000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N5.
Campaign 22V226000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2020 Volkswagen Tiguan — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (33 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 20V505000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V579000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V226000 (structure) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.