2019 Volkswagen Tiguan: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan: 5 recalls, 192 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
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Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V824000 · 2018 · 73,549 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen atlas and tiguan and 2019 Volkswagen jetta vehicles that do not have keyless entry. The instrument cluster May not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the door is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard…
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2018.
Suspension Vehicle recall #19V188000 · 2019 · 56,173 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 golf sportwagen, 2019 jetta, 2015-2019 golf, and 2018-2019 tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs May prematurely fracture.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019.
Equipment Vehicle recall #19V241000 · 2019 · 8 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 tiguan lwb vehicles. The tire information label contains inaccurate tire dimension and inflation pressure specifications. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: The incorrect specifications can result in improper tire inflations or to installing a tire of the wrong size on the vehicle. Either of these situations can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2019.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #22V226000 · 2022 · 6,553 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 tiguan and 2018-2021 tiguan long wheel base (lwb) vehicles. Due to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hatch spoiler May be insufficiently attached to the vehicle.
Why it matters: An insufficiently attached spoiler May separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022.
Tires Vehicle recall #22V815000 · 2022 · 296,044 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen tiguan lwb, golf sportswagen a7, golf alltrack, golf r gp, Audi q3, Audi a3 cabriolet, 2019-2020 jetta nf, jetta gli, golf gti, atlas, golf a7, Audi a3, 2020-2021 atlas cross sport, and 2021 atlas fl vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system May not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four…
Why it matters: An undetected sudden loss of pressure in all four tires increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (56): the most common themes are electrical failure (26), stalls / loses power (16), door / lock issues (9).
- Engine (41): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (9), warning light on (7).
- Other / unknown (39): the most common themes are electrical failure (8), leaks (6).
- Brakes (24): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
The 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan has 192 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 18 Tiguan model years for complaints (1.5× the average Tiguan year). Complaints peaked in 2019 (30 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 2,945 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (284 complaints, 14 recalls), 2020 (141 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan problems?
Owners have filed 192 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (56), engine (41), other / unknown (39).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.