2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 53about this part
- Share
- 18%of 288 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,200miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 53 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, 18% of the 288 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,200 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was driving with a friend in car doing speed limit and all of of sudden the red vehicle accident image came on the car shuddered and the auto brakes came on this was the second time it has happened my friend freaked out I bot it in sept 18 and it happened a couple months after that I immediately called vw”
NHTSA complaint #11402727, filed 2021-03, 20,000 miles“Like many other complaints I have read, an error appears saying the engine had exceeded 4000rpm, when it does not. Then the car drops down to 10 MPH and will not exceed. The car shakes uncontrollably. The car is 28 months old and has been having these issues since 6 months in. The car has been at volkwagen dealerships for 3-4 weeks at a time 4 times already for the same issues. I have filed multiple complaints with Volkswagen and they have done nothing to rectify this dangerous situation.”
NHTSA complaint #11320877, filed 2020-04, 25,000 miles“Vehicle was making a small annoying rattling sound, emanating from the driver side b-pillar, next to driver's head. Rattle had been intermittent initially but by 8,000 miles on the vehicle the rattle was almost constant at any speed whilst being driven over any surface smooth or otherwise. We took the vehicle to our local Volkswagen dealership and it has now been there for 32 days. A repair was done, but the result was satisfactory, so they are trying to repair it again.”
NHTSA complaint #11129852, filed 2018-09, 8,700 miles“During the backing up processs, there is no beeping or loud noise indicator, with the back up camera's, also there is not release button inside the vehicle nor on my fob, and I think it should be. Thank you”
NHTSA complaint #11130512, filed 2018-09, 5,400 miles“The car has had a distinct noise when driving. I complained every time we were in and finally june of 2019 I was told it was the alignment after I had repeatedly told them it was the wheel bearings. After paying for a new alignment I was told that yes the wheel bearings needed to be changed and that because of all of the issues my tires needed to be replaced as well. I had that done, a month later I went in for an oil change and they told me I needed another alignment! I told them it was just done! They assured me that I would be taken care of. If it was actually done, I will never know. …”
NHTSA complaint #11325030, filed 2020-05, 28,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11038143Sep 9, 2026This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- 11036868Aug 6, 2026Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
- 11036870Aug 4, 2026Differences between a leak and seepage
- 11033527May 19, 2026Difference between Component fluid leakage and seepage
- 11030841Mar 25, 2026Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
- 11030838Mar 19, 2026Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors
- 11030828Mar 5, 2026Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color
- 11026185Nov 17, 2025Replace Door Lock and Cap.
- 11025442Oct 6, 2025GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement
- 11018938May 12, 2025How to check for HVAC system leaks using nitrogen.
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 | 21% |
| 2025 | 14 | 25% |
| 2024 | 20 | 26% |
| 2023 | 14 | 19% |
| 2022 | 50 | 18% |
| 2021 | 30 | 21% |
| 2020 | 53 | 38% |
| 2019 | 39 | 20% |
| 2018 | 53 | 18% |
| 2017 | 9 | 12% |
| 2016 | 23 | 24% |
| 2015 | 15 | 24% |
| 2014 | 9 | 11% |
| 2013 | 16 | 11% |
| 2012 | 20 | 13% |
| 2011 | 12 | 7% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 10 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
82 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
49 complaintsElectrical system
46 complaintsFuel system
41 complaintsBody and structure
39 complaintsBrakes
21 complaintsVehicle speed control
21 complaintsExterior lighting
17 complaintsSeat belts
16 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsForward collision avoidance
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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