CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 162 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (63 reports).
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls
Driver Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash
Debris can contaminate the steering wheel clock spring, a flat spiral cable that keeps the driver's front airbag electrically connected while the wheel turns.
Most common 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan problems
Problem areas named in the 162 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 63 |
| Electrical System | 48 |
| Exterior Lighting | 39 |
| Air Bags | 30 |
| Steering | 14 |
| Unknown Or Other | 12 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
What owners report
The brakes will completely fail. The peddle goes just about all the way to the floor when pressed. There still is a small amount of braking and the vehicle slows down but nothing like when the brakes work right. Now this happens at the most random times. It wonât do it for months then start doing it out of the blue. When we bought it used it was doing this all the time. Our mechanic said it needed the brake sensors replaced and it could use pads and rotors. I visually inspected them and he was right so we said do it all. We got the vehicle back and it was great. We couldnât believe how great it went down the road and stopped. Then a month later it had one of its brake spasms again. Laste
Car only starts when it wants to. Rpms dont go over 4,000. Low idle.
My 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan was included in the Volkswagen clock spring safety recall. According to Volkswagenâs records, the recall repair was completed in 2016. The same defect has now reoccurred: the steering wheel controls, horn, and driver airbag are disabled again due to a failed clock spring. This is a reoccurring safety defect that directly affects the airbag system. The airbag warning light is on, and the driver airbag is currently nonâfunctional. I contacted Volkswagen corporate, and they confirmed that my VIN was included in the original recall and that the repair was performed. However, they are refusing to repair the defect again, stating that the recall is âclosedâ and
â The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the engine stalled. After several attempts, the vehicle started however the vehicle drove slowly. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and then towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine failed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the fuel pump was previously repaired. The vehicle was towed back to the residence and was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the horn and the instrument panel failed to function. The failure mileage was unknown. 137,000.
My Tiguan randomly shuts down or stalls while driving. I have come very close to accidents because It is in the middle of the road where I can't pull over, people coming around a curve behind me that may not have time to brake, specifically RV's and Semi-trucks. It is terrifying. I have maintained my vehicle meticulously and payed thousands in repairs only to be told by dealerships and VW corporate offices that there is nothing they will or can do and that there are no recalls and out of warranty. However...There WAS one in 2014 citing DANGEROUS to drive because of stalling. According to KBB. I don't know what else to do and I am not able to get a new vehicle.
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan questions
Does the 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan: Driver Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Fuel System, Gasoline; Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers; Exterior Lighting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Based on 162 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (63), Electrical System (48), Exterior Lighting (39).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.