CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 153 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (50 reports).
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls
Modified VWs May Not Meet Federal Safety Rules
Some 2011-2017 Volkswagen vehicles were modified while they were in an internal evaluation period, and those changes may mean the vehicles do not fully comply with all applicable federal regulatory requirements.
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 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan problems
Problem areas named in the 153 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 50 |
| Air Bags | 34 |
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Steering | 21 |
| Unknown Or Other | 20 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 10 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 7 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 |
What owners report
A couple of weeks now my steering wheel has been locking while Iâm driving, sadly I thought it was because I needed to get my car serviced. This morning my steering wheel locked out of nowhere as I was turning and I almost ended up in a head on collision with another car while my kids were in the car. Then my brother did some research and sent me NHTSA link talking about the recalls. This is absolutely dangerous and I need to get reimbursed or something for my SUV doing this. Itâs dangerous and can possibly kill someone.
Steering wheel gets locked up while driving; power steering fails. The red steering light turns on. This is a problem that happens to several Tiguans. There were no prior symptoms prior to failure. This is extremely dangerous and difficult to deal with while driving, especially on the freeway. please help.
I was driving the car and the steering wheel locked out of nowhere A red steering light came on the dashboard. Iâve never seen before
The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. Additionally, while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was able to restart. The check engine, EPC, and TPMS warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximatel
The clockspring has failed and there are recalls on similar models of Tiguans of the same year.
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan questions
Does the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan: Modified VWs May Not Meet Federal Safety Rules; Driver Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Based on 153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (50), Air Bags (34), Electrical System (23).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.