2025 Volkswagen Tiguan: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan: 3 recalls, 49 owner complaints and up to 28 mpg combined.
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Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Steering Vehicle recall #25V526000 · 2025 · 15 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 tiguan vehicles. A tie rod bolt on the rear axle assembly May be loose, which can lead to a loss of vehicle control.
Why it matters: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the affected tie rod bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025.
Airbags Vehicle recall #25V854000 · 2025 · 3,138 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 tiguan vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (pods) May experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.
Why it matters: A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to allow occupants to sit in the front passenger seat until the remedy is complete. Dealers will repair the affected wiring harness in the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2026.
Electrical Vehicle recall #26V587000 · 2026 · 49,958 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 tiguan vehicles. A software error May cause the body control module (bcm) system to reset. This May result in the ignition switching off, resulting in an engine stall. It can also lead to a loss of certain controls, warning lights, exterior lighting, or failure of the rearview camera system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
Why it matters: An unexpected engine stall, loss of exterior lighting or warning lights, or failure of the rearview camera system can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the body control module (bcm) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (15): the most common themes are warning light on (9), electrical failure (6), noise or vibration (6).
- Forward collision avoidance (13): the most common themes are warning light on (6), stalls / loses power (2).
- Other / unknown (12): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Engine (10): the most common themes are warning light on (7), noise or vibration (4).
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan has 49 owner complaints, ranking #17 of 18 Tiguan model years for complaints (well below the 128 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (39 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 4,810 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (73 complaints, 2 recalls), 2026 (34 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 32 | 28 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2025 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 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan problems?
Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (15), forward collision avoidance (13), other / unknown (12).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
EPA ratings run up to 28 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2025 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.