2018 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2018 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Complaints: 6

Safety recalls

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Owner complaints by component6

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6Complaints filed

0Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

1Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Injuries
Power train	2	33	0
Engine	2	33	0
Unknown or other	2	33	1
Electrical system	2	33	0
Fuel/propulsion system	1	17	0
Steering	1	17	0
Air bags	1	17	0

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Power train
“Was traveling at 70 mph and applied the break and engine rpm went up to 3500-4000 and I was in D. The dealership couldn’t replicate the issue and claims nothing is wrong.”
Filed 12/20/2023 · ODI 11561182
Power train
“The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Limited. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, upon attempting to slow the vehicle, the RPM's increased rapidly up to 3,000 RPM; however, the vehicle failed to…”
Filed 12/20/2023 · ODI 11561184
Unknown or other
“1. The lower corner of each front door (both driver's and passenger's) has cut my leg, each side, right and left. The edge is sharp. It has cut my skin through jeans both times, requiring bandage, leaving scars. 2.”
Filed 02/27/2023 · ODI 11509314

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2018 Volkswagen Tiguan recall questions

What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 6 filed with NHTSA (33%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volkswagen recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Volkswagen dealer.

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