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2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

13 open recalls

Read the first one before you drive it again. Every repair below is free.

Key facts

  • Recall repairs are free by law, however old the vehicle is.
  • You don't need to be the original owner to have it fixed.
  • There is no deadline — an open recall stays open until it's repaired.

Open recalls

Source: NHTSA · synced 29 Jul 2026 13:14
Repair when you can Structure

An insufficiently attached spoiler may separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 6,553 vehicles affected Read campaign 22V226000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
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Repair when you can Structure

The incorrect roof reinforcement may decrease the roof's structural integrity or impact deployment of the side curtain air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan vehicles.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 2 vehicles affected Read campaign 21V732000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Seat belts

A torn seat belt may not adequately restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan LWB vehicles.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 10,835 vehicles affected Read campaign 20V724000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair when you can Unknown or other

If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 113 vehicles affected Read campaign 19V679000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Suspension

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.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 56,173 vehicles affected Read campaign 19V188000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair when you can Electrical system

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.

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.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 73,549 vehicles affected Read campaign 18V824000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Fire risk Visibility

A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles.

What to do: Park away from buildings and book the repair now.

Free repair · 45,457 vehicles affected Read campaign 18V467000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Air bags

If the air bag were to tear or unfold incorrectly during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan vehicles.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 821 vehicles affected Read campaign 18V375000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Suspension

A loose or improperly tightened ball joint nut can result in the separation of the lower ball joint causing steering, traction or other stability issues, increasing the risk of a crash.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan and Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 2,473 vehicles affected Read campaign 18V324000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Suspension

If the lower loop of the rear shock absorber detaches, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan long wheelbase (LWB) vehicles.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 7,430 vehicles affected Read campaign 18V262000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair when you can Engine

If the engine support bolts were not properly tightened, an unexpected engine breakdown or loss of engine power may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 4 vehicles affected Read campaign 18V159000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Air bags

In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Tiguan Limited vehicles.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 3,768 vehicles affected Read campaign 18V102000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair when you can Exterior lighting

If the back-up lights are not bright enough, other drivers may not see the vehicle reversing, or the driver may back into an obstacle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 5,509 vehicles affected Read campaign 17V662000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

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