2021 Volkswagen Tiguan

The MIB3 infotainment system frequently freezes, goes to a black screen, or reboots while driving. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connections drop unexpectedly, and the touchscreen may become unresponsive. This is one of the most common complaints for the 2022 Tiguan across NHTSA and owner forums.

VW released multiple software updates (TSB 91-22-01) to address infotainment stability. The dealer will update the MIB3 firmware to the latest version. Persistent issues may require replacement of the infotainment head unit.

The 2.0T EA888 engine in some 2022 Tiguans experiences premature turbocharger failure, producing symptoms such as loss of power, excessive turbo lag, whistling or whining noises from the engine bay, and a check engine light with boost pressure codes (P0299). Oil feed line coking can starve the turbo bearings.

Inspect the turbo oil feed and return lines for blockage. Replace the turbocharger assembly if bearing play or shaft damage is found. Ensure proper oil change intervals with VW 508.00 spec oil to prevent coking. VW extended the powertrain warranty on some EA888 turbo components.

The plastic thermostat housing and electric water pump on the EA888 engine are prone to cracking and leaking coolant. Owners notice coolant puddles under the vehicle, low coolant warnings, and in some cases overheating. The plastic housing becomes brittle over time due to heat cycling.

Replace the water pump and thermostat housing assembly. VW issued TSB 19-22-02 covering revised parts with improved materials. Many owners replace with updated revision parts. Inspect the coolant system during every service.

Some 2022 Tiguans with the 2.0T engine burn oil at an abnormally high rate, consuming a quart every 2,000-3,000 miles. No external leaks are present. The issue is related to piston ring design and PCV valve behavior. The oil level warning may not appear until levels are critically low.

Have the dealer perform an official oil consumption test per VW guidelines. If consumption exceeds 1 quart per 2,000 miles, piston ring replacement or short block replacement may be covered under the powertrain warranty. Use only VW 508.00/509.00 specification oil.

Owners report the panoramic sunroof glass cracking or shattering spontaneously without any impact or road debris, sometimes while parked. The crack typically originates from an edge and spreads across the panel. This affects multiple VW models equipped with the large panoramic roof.

VW has replaced sunroof glass under warranty in many documented cases. File a complaint with NHTSA if the dealer denies the claim, as pattern evidence strengthens warranty coverage. Aftermarket tempered glass replacements are available but costly.

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."

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Long Wheelbase and Jetta vehicles. Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.

The seat can move front and back without restriction if bolts are missing, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat tracks and, as necessary, install the bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 18, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72L6.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A black or frozen rear view image reduces the driver's visibility when reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91BB/91BC.