2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
11
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED
The 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED has received a total of 11 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (2 complaints), Engine (2 complaints), and Power Train (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED
11 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Was traveling at 70 mph and applied the break and engine rpm went up to 3500-4000 and I was in D. The dealership couldn’t replicate the issue and claims nothing is wrong. Also when you put the ac or heater on floor the air still blows out the top vents.
The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Limited. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, upon attempting to slow the vehicle, the RPM's increased rapidly up to 3,000 RPM; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The failure prompted the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. After resuming driving, the RPM's increased rapidly, but the vehicle failed to accelerate above 30 MPH. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 62,000.
Was traveling at 70 mph and applied the break and engine rpm went up to 3500-4000 and I was in D. The dealership couldn’t replicate the issue and claims nothing is wrong. Also when you put the ac or heater on floor the air still blows out the top vents.
Was traveling at 70 mph and applied the break and engine rpm went up to 3500-4000 and I was in D. The dealership couldn’t replicate the issue and claims nothing is wrong. Also when you put the ac or heater on floor the air still blows out the top vents.
The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Limited. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, upon attempting to slow the vehicle, the RPM's increased rapidly up to 3,000 RPM; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The failure prompted the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. After resuming driving, the RPM's increased rapidly, but the vehicle failed to accelerate above 30 MPH. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 62,000.
Safety Rating for the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
V9419012011521_20 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Internal Moisture Accumulation
Car-Net_MY17_19 — EQUIPMENT
VW Car-Net - Letter MY 2017-2019
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED
- 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIMITED (current)
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