2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Technical Service Bulletins

146 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11038157Sep 28, 2026Lane departure. Update programming because of multiple assist lights ON.
• 11038146Sep 17, 2026Engine. Suggested fuel additive
• 11038148Sep 11, 2026Engine. Reference to Service Action 24BD
• 11038156Sep 10, 2026Forward collision avoidance. Calabrate Front Camera for Driver Assistant Systems.
• 11038143Sep 9, 2026Other or unknown. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 11038155Sep 8, 2026Forward collision avoidance. Calabrate Front Camera for Driver Assistant Systems.
• 11036878Aug 27, 2026Brakes. Repair or Replace Information
• 11036877Aug 27, 2026Brakes. Brake rotor resurfacing
• 11036887Aug 26, 2026Other or unknown. This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct various flash programming errors.
• 11036885Aug 26, 2026Other or unknown. Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no start condition; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water ingress; Customer states there is a noise when pressing the brake…
• 11036884Aug 19, 2026Other or unknown. Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no start condition; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water ingress; Customer states there is a noise when pressing the brake…
• 11036886Aug 14, 2026Electrical system. This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: Part number 3Q0-959-435N software version number 1307 has incorrect coding.
• 11036863Aug 14, 2026Other or unknown. In some vehicles, a software condition may cause the engine control module (ECM) to remain active after a diagnostic check has been completed. If this occurs, the 12‑volt battery could gradually discharge while the vehicle is turned off. Under this service action, Volkswagen is providing an ECM software update to ensure the control module shuts down properly and to help prevent unnecessary battery drain. Updated…
• 11036858Aug 14, 2026Other or unknown. In some vehicles, a software condition may cause the engine control module (ECM) to remain active after a diagnostic check has been completed. If this occurs, the 12‑volt battery could gradually discharge while the vehicle is turned off. Under this service action, Volkswagen is providing an ECM software update to ensure the control module shuts down properly and to help prevent unnecessary battery drain. Updated…
• 11036872Aug 13, 2026Electrical system. Battery Checking Procedure before replacement
• 11036875Aug 11, 2026Steering. Warranty Alignment Worksheet
• 11036866Aug 11, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 11036874Aug 10, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Replacement instruction
• 11036862Aug 10, 2026Other or unknown. The issue with the 24BD service action software for 2026 model year vehicles has been resolved and repairs may resume.
• 11036861Aug 7, 2026Other or unknown. Temporary Repair Hold for 2026 MY Vehicles - We have identified an issue with the 24BD service action software affecting all 2026 model year vehicles and are actively working toward a resolution. We anticipate having this issue resolved early next week.
• 11036868Aug 6, 2026Other or unknown. Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
• 11036864Aug 6, 2026Other or unknown. Volkswagen is providing a software update designed to prevent the Travel Assist/Emergency Assist feature from inadvertently deactivating when a brake‑jolt warning is detected.
• 11036860Aug 6, 2026Other or unknown. In some vehicles, a software condition may cause the engine control module (ECM) to remain active after a diagnostic check has been completed. If this occurs, the 12‑volt battery could gradually discharge while the vehicle is turned off. Under this service action, Volkswagen is providing an ECM software update to ensure the control module shuts down properly and to help prevent unnecessary battery drain.
• 11036859Aug 6, 2026Other or unknown. Volkswagen is providing a software update designed to prevent the Travel Assist/Emergency Assist feature from inadvertently deactivating when a brake‑jolt warning is detected.
• 11036857Aug 6, 2026Other or unknown. In some vehicles, a software condition may cause the engine control module (ECM) to remain active after a diagnostic check has been completed. If this occurs, the 12‑volt battery could gradually discharge while the vehicle is turned off. Under this service action, Volkswagen is providing an ECM software update to ensure the control module shuts down properly and to help prevent unnecessary battery drain.
• 11036870Aug 4, 2026Other or unknown. Differences between a leak and seepage
• 11035766Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. The sporadic event entries “U112200 data bus, implausible message (with symptom 1842, 1884 and 1885) ” under diagnostic address (0013_ indicates that the view of the front camera for driver assist systems diagnostic address (00A5) is/was temporarily restricted.
• 11035763Jul 20, 2026Other or unknown. MIB3 Recovery Solution
• 11035772Jul 15, 2026Electrical system. This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: DA 0019 - Hotfix 12-V battery test(s) – No battery diagnosis - Inconclusive test result.
• 11035756Jul 14, 2026Other or unknown. The R-Line front-row door scuff plates listed on the vehicle’s window sticker were not installed at the factory. Under this service action, authorized Volkswagen dealers will install the missing scuff plates free of charge.
• 11035757Jul 13, 2026Other or unknown. The R-Line front-row door scuff plates listed on the vehicle’s window sticker were not installed at the factory. Under this service action, authorized Volkswagen dealers will install the missing scuff plates free of charge.
• 11035762Jul 9, 2026Engine. Oil Consumption Measurement and Electronic Oil Consumption Measurement
• 11035759Jul 6, 2026Body and structure. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 11034614Jun 18, 2026Engine. Instruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.
• 11034613Jun 18, 2026Engine. Lubricating engine components before reassembly.
• 11034621Jun 11, 2026Air bags. Inquiries
• 11034617Jun 4, 2026Engine. Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
• 11033533May 27, 2026Other or unknown. Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; MIL on, engine runs rough with misfire faults; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no start condition; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water ingress; Customer…
• 11033532May 19, 2026Other or unknown. Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; MIL on, engine runs rough with misfire faults; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water ingress; Customer states there is a leak from the…
• 11033527May 19, 2026Other or unknown. Difference between Component fluid leakage and seepage
• 11033531May 7, 2026Other or unknown. Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; MIL on, engine runs rough with misfire faults; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states multiple driver assist lights on; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water…
• 11032220Apr 13, 2026Other or unknown. Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Customer states transmission error on dash/unable to move shifter out of park; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states multiple driver assist lights on; Customer states no start condition; Customer…
• 11032219Apr 2, 2026Exterior lighting. Condition is normal due to cold fresh air and humidity
• 11030846Mar 30, 2026Other or unknown. Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Customer states transmission error on dash/unable to move shifter out of park; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no start condition; Customer states wind noise and or water ingress; Customer…
• 11030845Mar 30, 2026Exterior lighting. Moisture Accumulation
• 11030847Mar 27, 2026Engine. This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial operation, software configuration, SVM updates for any control module(s) etc.
• 11030844Mar 26, 2026Other or unknown. Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Customer states transmission error on dash/unable to move shifter out of park; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states dynamic road sign assist error messages on instrument cluster and center display…
• 11030842Mar 25, 2026Forward collision avoidance. customer reports that the vehicle performed an unwarranted Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB).
• 11030841Mar 25, 2026Other or unknown. Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
• 11030840Mar 24, 2026Seat belts. Instruct customer on proper seat belt usage.

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