2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

13 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Official recalls have been issued for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Volkswagen service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Volkswagen customer service.

  1. RECALL:

    An insufficiently attached spoiler may separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 06, 2022
    Vehicles Affected
    6,553

  2. RECALL: Roof Reinforcement May Impair Side Air Bags

    The incorrect roof reinforcement may decrease the roof's structural integrity or impact deployment of the side curtain air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash. ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 23, 2021
    Vehicles Affected
    2

  4. RECALL: Front Seat Belt Webbing May Tear In A Crash

    A torn seat belt may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 20, 2020
    Vehicles Affected
    10,835

  5. RECALL: Modifications To Vehicles Made Them Noncompliant

    If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 25, 2019
    Vehicles Affected
    113

  6. RECALL: Rear Coil Springs May Fracture

    If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 06, 2019
    Vehicles Affected
    56,173

  7. RECALL: No Warning When Key Is Left In Ignition/FMVSS 114

    If the driver is not notified by an audible noise that the key is left in the ignition, it can increase the risk of vehicle theft or crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 26, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    73,549

  8. RECALL: Sunroof Light Bar May Short Circuit

    A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 13, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    45,457

  9. RECALL: Passenger Frontal Air Bag May Deploy Improperly

    If the air bag were to tear or unfold incorrectly during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 06, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    821

  10. RECALL: Lower Ball Joint Separation

    A loose or improperly tightened ball joint nut can result in the separation of the lower ball joint causing steering, traction or other stability issues, increasing the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 16, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    2,473

  11. RECALL: Rear Shocks May Have Poor Welds

    If the lower loop of the rear shock absorber detaches, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 25, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    7,430

  12. RECALL: Improperly Torqued Engine Support Bolts

    If the engine support bolts were not properly tightened, an unexpected engine breakdown or loss of engine power may occur, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 08, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    4

  13. RECALL: Incorrect Driver Air Bag Installed/FMVSS 208

    In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 09, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    3,768

  14. RECALL: Back-Up Lights May Not Be Bright Enough/FMVSS 108

    If the back-up lights are not bright enough, other drivers may not see the vehicle reversing, or the driver may back into an obstacle, increasing the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 18, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    5,509

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