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ProblemsByVin File / 2014-VOLKSWAGEN-TIGUAN
2014 · volkswagen

volkswagen Tiguan problems

1 safety recall. 81 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 5 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
21 reports · avg $1,100
moderate
steering
19 reports · avg $700
moderate
electrical
16 reports · avg $850
moderate
engine
7 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
suspension
3 reports · avg $900
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 Tiguan · visibility
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE MOON ROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED AND GLASS FELL INTO THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO EMICH VOLKSWAGEN (1260 S. COLORADO BLVD, DENVER, CO) AND THE MOON ROOF WAS…
12/31/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11164211.0
2014 Tiguan · airbags
AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON, HORN NOT FUNCTIONAL AND CONTROL BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL NOT WORKING. OCCURRED SUDDENLY ON CITY ROAD. BROKEN CLOCK SPRING - EXISTING RECALL BUT MY CARS VIN NOT COVERED UNDER THE RECALL.
12/30/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057519.0
2014 Tiguan · visibility
ON DECEMBER 7TH, 2018 I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 65 MPH WHEN I HEARD AN EXPLOSION LOAD ENOUGH TO MAKE MY EARS RING. I LOOKED UP AND DISCOVERED THAT THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED AND FINE PARTICLES OF GLASS WERE RAINING DOWN ON ME THROUGH THE SUNROOF SUNSHADE. NOTHING HIT THE SUNROOF…
12/27/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11163756.0
2014 Tiguan · steering
THE CLOCK SPRING IN THE STEERING COLUMN DETERIORATED AND BECAME NONFUNCTIONAL IN A CAR THAT IS ONLY 3 YEARS OLD AND WITH ONLY 17000 MILES ON IT. THIS IS NOT AN OLD CAR, TO SPEND ABOUT $800 TO REPAIR A PART THAT IS STILL THIS NEW IS RIDICULOUS. THERE ARE PAST AND CURRENT…
12/23/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11056243.0

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severe NHTSA 14V441000 21/07/2014

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc

A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to increase the fuel pump pressure, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24AV/2W.

Common questions

Is the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 21 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Volkswagen Tiguan has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 81 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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