Does the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan, the most recent reported on May 16, 2018 (Unknown or other). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Owners have filed 84 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (46 complaints), followed by electrical system (22).

How many 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 84 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2014 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls and problems

3 recalls and 84 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2014 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls

Unknown or other

NHTSA campaign 18V329000 · reported May 16, 2018 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 252 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
The risk: If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

Air bags: frontal

NHTSA campaign 15V483000 · reported August 4, 2015 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 415,825 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag powered while the steering wheel is being turned. This contamination may tear the cable and result in a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.
The risk: A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off. If the airbag light is on and the steering wheel clock spring requires replacement, dealers will install a new steering wheel clock spring. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987.

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 14V441000 · reported July 21, 2014 · Volkswagen of America, Inc. · 151,389 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 to June 2014. When using winterized fuel, in certain conditions bubbles may form in the fuel system which could result in the vehicle stalling.
The risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to increase the fuel pump pressure, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24AV/2W.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags46
Electrical system22
Steering20
Engine11
Unknown or other9
Service brakes4
Fuel/propulsion system3
Suspension3
Electronic stability control (ESC)2
Seat belts2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 1, 2026 · Engine
My vehicle stalls and completely stops at red lights, stop signs, and low speeds. Currently my vehicle is stalling and stopping at accelerated speeds at 20 mph.

Aug 5, 2026 · Engine
My 2014 Tiguan, VIN […], has been serviced at an authorized VW dealer since I purchased it. From 2014 to December 2025, the vehicle was serviced at a VW dealer and March 2026 to present at a service facility that only works on VWs and is owned and operated by a prior VW certified technician who only works on VWs. My…

Jun 8, 2026 · Steering · 205,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while reversing, the steering wheel became locked and failed to steer in the left or right direction. No warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact managed to temporarily unlock the steering wheel; however, after driving at approximately 65…

Mar 24, 2026 · Engine
Check engine light came on, related to the thermostat and faulty water pump. My car’s make and model was part of a settlement for this issue but VW corporate will not cover costs to repair.

Feb 12, 2026 · Fuel system, gasoline · 160,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving and while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle unexpectedly vibrated with the EPC warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was idling roughly, with the check engine warning light…

Tiguan model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2011	3	162	4	2
2012	3	153	10	0
2013	3	140	2	1
2014	3	84	2	0
2015	4	62	1	1
2016	2	97	4	2
2017	4	76	6	0

Across all years, the 2018 Tiguan has the most complaints (288). All Volkswagen Tiguan years →

Questions

Does the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan, the most recent reported on May 16, 2018 (Unknown or other). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan?: Owners have filed 84 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (46 complaints), followed by electrical system (22).
How many 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 84 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 1, 2026.