2022 Volkswagen Tiguan
This year had more than double the complaints 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
- 270
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
41% of complaints
Complaints per year
2022: 270 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 168 |
| 2010 | 110 |
| 2011 | 162 |
| 2012 | 153 |
| 2013 | 139 |
| 2014 | 84 |
| 2015 | 62 |
| 2016 | 96 |
| 2017 | 76 |
| 2018 | 284 |
| 2019 | 191 |
| 2020 | 140 |
| 2021 | 142 |
| 2022 | 270 |
| 2023 | 67 |
| 2024 | 72 |
| 2025 | 48 |
| 2026 | 32 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
41% · 112 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Oil warning light was on while driving on a highway. My vehicle was losing engine oil. I just had an oil change recently. Current odometer is at 25000 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-10
Electrical system
23% · 62 reportsMost commonly citing software and speedometer/odometer.
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My vehicle was parked on my worksite and when I can out to check a truck in. I noticed my windows looked tinted and when I went to investigate my vehicle was on fire or smoking badly and I closed the door and call [XXX].
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-05
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Today I loaded my son in his car seat, then put my purse in the front passenger sear, and walked to the driver side to get in and found my doors locked. My car was not turned on. Since buying the car in august I have never had this issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-05-09
Lane departure
22% · 59 reportsMost commonly citing assist and warning.
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Travel Assist Not Available warning chime several times while driving.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-31
We have had the steering wheel replaced twice in this vehicle since purchasing it brand new. This is not the 3rd steering wheel in the truck. From what we can tell this is extremely common with this VW.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-19
Also filed under Steering
Power train
16% · 42 reportsForward collision avoidance
13% · 36 reportsMost commonly citing adaptive cruise control and warnings.
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While driving down our sloped driveway with nothing in front of us, the automatic braking kicked in and brought our car to a very sudden halt without warning.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-06-23
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-11-23Service brakes, hydraulic21V853000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan vehicles. The nut that secures the brake pipe near the right-front wheel well may be loose.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the brake pipe nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
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2022Complaint volume 270 complaints filed for this model year.
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2022-06-03Structure22V226000 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.
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2022-06-13Suspension22V176000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan, Taos, and 2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace one or both rear suspension knuckles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
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2022-08-02Back over prevention, equipment22V514000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
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2025-04-03Back over prevention25V082000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tiguan, 2023 Arteon, and 2024-2025 Audi Q3 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Volkswagen Tiguan — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 112 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 62 reports on file for this year.
- Lane departure: 59 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V853000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 22V226000 · Structure
- Recall 22V176000 · Suspension
- Recall 22V514000 · Back over prevention, equipment
- Recall 25V082000 · Back over prevention
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan is rated "significantly worse".
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.