NHTSA (USA)Medium Risk
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the camera control unit may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying when the vehicle starts.
This page covers 6 recalls, 225 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan.
26 mpg combined
9 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
For the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan, engine and lane-departure-related systems draw the most owner complaints. On the engine side, owners frequently report excessive oil consumption, needing to add oil every few weeks between changes, along with white smoke from the exhaust, oil leaks, and in some cases coolant leaks tied to what owners describe as premature head gasket or cylinder head failures. These complaints often mention the check engine light or low oil warning appearing repeatedly. The lane departure and travel assist system generates a notable share of complaints as well, with owners describing frequent, unexpected warning tones and dashboard alerts, sometimes linked to how and where hands are positioned on the steering wheel. Several owners report the issue persisting even after the steering wheel was replaced. Oil consumption showing up repeatedly between normal service intervals is the most consistent thread across engine-related reports.
225
Total Complaints
3
Crash-Related
5
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan has 6 recalls, the most serious involving the brakes and rear suspension: a loose brake pipe fitting near the right-front wheel well can leak brake fluid and extend stopping distances, while rear suspension knuckles can corrode, crack, and break, causing the vehicle to lose stability.
Two separate recall filings cover the same brake pipe issue, and prior repair attempts may not have fully resolved it for all affected vehicles. Either way, the result is the same: fluid escapes the brake circuit, pedal feel changes, the brake warning light may come on, and the vehicle takes longer to stop.
Two recalls also affect the rearview camera, though from different sources. In one case, the camera control unit can encounter an error at startup and fail to show an image when reversing. In the other, the infotainment system's memory module can fail in a way that also prevents the camera from displaying. Both leave the driver without a rear view while backing up. On the body side, an accessory rear hatch spoiler may have been installed with incorrect instructions, leaving it poorly attached. A spoiler that separates at highway speed becomes a projectile and a hazard for vehicles following behind.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the camera control unit may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying when the vehicle starts.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What the fix does
Dealers will update the camera control unit software at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A manufacturing issue with the infotainment system's memory module may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying on the screen.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the infotainment software at no cost to restore rearview camera display function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The accessory rear hatch spoiler may not be securely attached to the vehicle due to incorrect installation instructions.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the spoiler at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The left or right rear suspension knuckle may corrode, crack, and break, potentially affecting vehicle handling and stability.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear suspension knuckles and replace one or both if necessary, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The nut securing the brake pipe near the right-front wheel well may be loose, potentially affecting brake system integrity.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and tighten the brake pipe nut as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake pipe nut at the right front wheel may not be tight enough. It could loosen over time, causing brake fluid to leak and reducing braking power.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the right-front brake pipe nut and tighten it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
