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2022 Volkswagen Tiguan problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 432 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.6 times the median Tiguan year — the 2022 model ranks #2 of 18 Tiguan years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across engine (105), driver assistance (92), and electrical system (56), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

432

NHTSA complaints

5

Recalls

0

Investigations

5

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other Tiguan years?

Tiguan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted446 complaints2009: 247 complaints2010: 158 complaints2011: 238 complaints2012: 214 complaints2013: 227 complaints2014: 127 complaints2015: 106 complaints2016: 145 complaints2017: 101 complaints2018: 446 complaints2019: 282 complaints2020: 199 complaints2021: 175 complaints2022: 432 complaints2023: 84 complaints2024: 88 complaints2025: 65 complaints2026: 33 complaints
Tiguan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine10524%
Driver Assistance9221%
Electrical System5613%
Other4310%
Transmission409%
Fuel System286%
Steering225%
Visibility & Wipers133%
Speed Control123%
Brakes61%
Airbags41%
Tires & Wheels31%
Body & Structure20%
Seat Belts20%
Lighting20%
Suspension10%
Latches & Locks10%

Does the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan have recalls?

5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V082000Driver AssistanceFebruary 12, 2025 · 29,569 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tiguan, 2023 Arteon, and 2024-2025 Audi Q3 vehicles. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners April 3, 2024, and Volkswagen owners November 18, 2025.Volkswagen owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91NY and (Audi) 90AV.

22V514000Electrical SystemJuly 20, 2022 · 43,091 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DV.

22V226000Body & StructureApril 6, 2022 · 6,553 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. Due to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hatch spoiler may be insufficiently attached to the vehicle.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N5.

22V176000SuspensionMarch 23, 2022 · 10,119 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan, Taos, and 2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. The left or right rear suspension knuckles may corrode, crack, and break.

Consequence

A broken rear suspension knuckle can cause a loss of stability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace one or both rear suspension knuckles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42L8.

21V853000BrakesNovember 3, 2021 · 1,285 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan vehicles. The nut that secures the brake pipe near the right-front wheel well may be loose.

Consequence

A loose brake pipe nut may allow brake fluid to leak, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the brake pipe nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19Q4.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“On 7/22/25, I started an oil consumption test. It was eventually diagnosed that it was an issue because the cylinder head was replaced 9/25/25. Then a total engine replacement 1/26/2026 and on 2/10/2026 the dipstick tube was replaced. The car has consistently had engine oil consumption and still…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 21, 2025

“The car was in the cruise control with auto mode and it just veered to the left from a car in front and crashed into the median and totaled the car.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · August 28, 2025 · crash

“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 36,274; however, while attempting to trade in the vehicle, it was discovered that the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 11, 2025

“This is a 2022 Volkswagon Tiguan. It is not my vehicle. I was hit on my bicycle by the driver of this vehicle on August 10, 2023. The driver turned left into me while i was proceeding straight. That piece in the photo on the hood impaled me and left me with a 2 larges puncture wounds in my thigh.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · August 10, 2023 · crash

“My vehicle has been consuming oil at a rate of approximately 1 quart every 1,500 miles. The VW dealership I took my vehicle into reported that VW considers this “normal”. After arguing that any vehicle that will burn its entire oil reservoir between oil changes is not normal, they agreed to…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · December 27, 2024

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan — common questions

Is the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 432 complaints put the 2022 model at #2 of 18 Tiguan years. It is one of the Tiguan years to avoid.

What are the most common 2022 Tiguan problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (105 complaints), driver assistance (92 complaints), electrical system (56 complaints).

Does the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Volkswagen Tiguan years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Tiguan years to avoid are 2018, 2022, 2019, 2011, 2013, 2012, 2010, 2016, 2014. The cleanest record among Tiguan years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.