CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 168 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 6 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (80 reports).
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls
Most common 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan problems
Problem areas named in the 168 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 80 |
| Electrical System | 40 |
| Power Train | 20 |
| Steering | 15 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
| Air Bags | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 |
What owners report
Steering column keeps locking up. Iâve replaced a fuse and it fixed it initially but problem returned. Upon my research apparently this is a common problem in these vehicles.
The car keeps throwing sensors (camshaft, crank sensors, throttle body etc) and the ECM needs to be updated. It keeps turning over. I checked the recall list of VINs and mine is within the range, however there aren't any recalls listed.
Intermittent AC working issues, air conditioning does not cool or the cooling is weak
Power steering goes out randomly after cold weather, even while driving. There is no warning before the power steering goes out. I have almost crashed into another car several times because of this. Many people have had this exact problem with this make and model.
The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving at 45 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond and seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V235000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 189,000.
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan questions
Does the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan: Fuel System, Gasoline; Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers; Exterior Lighting; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Based on 168 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (80), Electrical System (40), Power Train (20).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.