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Volkswagen Tiguan II faults

4 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.

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Reliability
4.0/5

4 known faults

1.4 TSI 125

  1. Rear suspension spring breakage (recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Tiguans built between 5 April 2017 and 6 November 2018 received rear springs made of an unsuitable material, which can break without warning and damage the rear tyre. The recall provides for replacement of both rear axle springs at a dealership.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.4 TSI 125, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.5 TSI 150 DSG7

  1. DSG7 gearbox: mechatronics unit and clutches

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The 7-speed DSG gearbox and its mechatronics unit are the main point to watch on the Tiguan II. Reported symptoms are jerking, a switch to limp mode, loss of gears or reverse, and even the vehicle being immobilised. Owners of a 2017 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7 report a failed mechatronics unit at around 130,000 km. Gearbox oil changes must be documented.

    Versions
    1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Cold stuttering on the 1.5 TSI

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    The 1.5 TSI evo can hesitate and jerk forward (a “kangaroo” effect) when cold. Volkswagen acknowledged the fault and issued a software update in 2020, but some owners report that the problem persists after the repair.

    Versions
    1.5 TSI 150 DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Rear suspension spring breakage (recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Tiguans built between 5 April 2017 and 6 November 2018 received rear springs made of an unsuitable material, which can break without warning and damage the rear tyre. The recall provides for replacement of both rear axle springs at a dealership.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.4 TSI 125, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7

  1. DSG7 gearbox: mechatronics unit and clutches

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The 7-speed DSG gearbox and its mechatronics unit are the main point to watch on the Tiguan II. Reported symptoms are jerking, a switch to limp mode, loss of gears or reverse, and even the vehicle being immobilised. Owners of a 2017 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7 report a failed mechatronics unit at around 130,000 km. Gearbox oil changes must be documented.

    Versions
    1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Rear suspension spring breakage (recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Tiguans built between 5 April 2017 and 6 November 2018 received rear springs made of an unsuitable material, which can break without warning and damage the rear tyre. The recall provides for replacement of both rear axle springs at a dealership.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.4 TSI 125, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.0 TDI 150

  1. 2.0 TDI emissions system: EGR valve, injector and AdBlue sensors

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On the 2.0 TDI (EA288), the EGR circuit, the particulate filter and the AdBlue (SCR) system are the main sources of repair costs. The AdBlue injector can clog with crystals, especially when the car is used on short trips, and a faulty NOx sensor triggers the engine warning light, then the AdBlue alert, then limp mode.

    Versions
    2.0 TDI 150, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Rear suspension spring breakage (recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Tiguans built between 5 April 2017 and 6 November 2018 received rear springs made of an unsuitable material, which can break without warning and damage the rear tyre. The recall provides for replacement of both rear axle springs at a dealership.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.4 TSI 125, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.0 TDI 150 DSG7

  1. DSG7 gearbox: mechatronics unit and clutches

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The 7-speed DSG gearbox and its mechatronics unit are the main point to watch on the Tiguan II. Reported symptoms are jerking, a switch to limp mode, loss of gears or reverse, and even the vehicle being immobilised. Owners of a 2017 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7 report a failed mechatronics unit at around 130,000 km. Gearbox oil changes must be documented.

    Versions
    1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. 2.0 TDI emissions system: EGR valve, injector and AdBlue sensors

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On the 2.0 TDI (EA288), the EGR circuit, the particulate filter and the AdBlue (SCR) system are the main sources of repair costs. The AdBlue injector can clog with crystals, especially when the car is used on short trips, and a faulty NOx sensor triggers the engine warning light, then the AdBlue alert, then limp mode.

    Versions
    2.0 TDI 150, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Rear suspension spring breakage (recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Tiguans built between 5 April 2017 and 6 November 2018 received rear springs made of an unsuitable material, which can break without warning and damage the rear tyre. The recall provides for replacement of both rear axle springs at a dealership.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.4 TSI 125, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7

  1. DSG7 gearbox: mechatronics unit and clutches

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The 7-speed DSG gearbox and its mechatronics unit are the main point to watch on the Tiguan II. Reported symptoms are jerking, a switch to limp mode, loss of gears or reverse, and even the vehicle being immobilised. Owners of a 2017 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7 report a failed mechatronics unit at around 130,000 km. Gearbox oil changes must be documented.

    Versions
    1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. 2.0 TDI emissions system: EGR valve, injector and AdBlue sensors

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On the 2.0 TDI (EA288), the EGR circuit, the particulate filter and the AdBlue (SCR) system are the main sources of repair costs. The AdBlue injector can clog with crystals, especially when the car is used on short trips, and a faulty NOx sensor triggers the engine warning light, then the AdBlue alert, then limp mode.

    Versions
    2.0 TDI 150, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Rear suspension spring breakage (recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Tiguans built between 5 April 2017 and 6 November 2018 received rear springs made of an unsuitable material, which can break without warning and damage the rear tyre. The recall provides for replacement of both rear axle springs at a dealership.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.4 TSI 125, 1.5 TSI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TSI 190 4Motion DSG7, 2.0 TDI 150, 2.0 TDI 150 DSG7, 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion DSG7
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

No recurring fault documented for: eHybrid 245 DSG6.

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Parts and maintenance

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