2015 Volkswagen Tiguan Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 6%of 62 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the visibility of the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan, 6% of the 62 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The sunroof glass exploded while we were driving down the freeway. We were showered with glass fragments including tiny shards. Some pin prick size injuries on hands and arms. We were cruising at 70mph on I-90 at the time of the event. It was about 65 degrees outside and we had one rear window down for air so internal temperature was about the same.”
NHTSA complaint #10914350, filed 2016-10, 34,000 miles“Water spots on windows. They collect dust making visibility difficult. Can not remove water spots with alcohol, ammonia, or professional fine-cut cleaner.”
NHTSA complaint #10788372, filed 2015-11, 100 miles“The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the sun roof exploded without warning. The vehicle was taken to dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 5,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10806332, filed 2015-11, 5,000 miles“When placing the car in reverse, the viewing screen suddenly turns dark and unviewable, therefore creating a driving hazard for todays driving requirements. The company says they can't do anything about the condition?? This has occurred in all the 2 years I have had the car. Other vw owners have the same condition.”
NHTSA complaint #11032777, filed 2017-10Related service bulletins
- 10249414Jan 18, 2024A/C Compressor leak diagnosis
- 10245617Nov 13, 2023Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure. Update to model year applicability and new warranty GFF labor operation number
- 10226226Nov 10, 2022A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
- 10217846Aug 11, 2022Additional instruction before replacing A/C compressor. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
- 10212136May 18, 2022Cleaning of Heating and Ventilation system, Updated to include additional model year applicability and cost of cleaning solution in warranty table.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 8% |
| 2025 | 2 | 4% |
| 2024 | 10 | 13% |
| 2023 | 4 | 6% |
| 2022 | 13 | 5% |
| 2021 | 9 | 6% |
| 2020 | 11 | 8% |
| 2019 | 9 | 5% |
| 2018 | 8 | 3% |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 | 3 | 3% |
| 2015 | 4 | 6% |
| 2014 | 2 | 2% |
| 2013 | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 | 6 | 4% |
| 2010 | 2 | 2% |
| 2009 | 4 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan
28 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsOther or unknown
15 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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