2022 Volkswagen Tiguan: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan: 5 recalls, 270 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
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Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic), Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #21V853000 · 2021 · 1,285 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 tiguan vehicles. The nut that secures the brake pipe near the right-front wheel well May be loose.
Why it matters: A loose brake pipe nut May allow brake fluid to leak, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the brake pipe nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021.
Suspension Vehicle recall #22V176000 · 2022 · 10,119 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A broken rear suspension knuckle can cause a loss of stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace one or both rear suspension knuckles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2022.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #22V226000 · 2022 · 6,553 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An insufficiently attached spoiler May separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022.
Equipment, Backup camera Vehicle recall #22V514000 · 2022 · 43,091 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V082000 · 2025 · 29,569 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 tiguan, 2023 arteon, and 2024-2025 Audi q3 vehicles. An error May occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners April 3, 2024, and Volkswagen owners November 18, 2025.Volkswagen owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (112): the most common themes are warning light on (37), excess oil use (35).
- Electrical (62): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (12), electrical failure (11).
- Other / unknown (49): the most common themes are warning light on (8), stalls / loses power (6).
- Lane departure (44): the most common themes are warning light on (11), stalls / loses power (6).
The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan has 270 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 18 Tiguan model years for complaints (2.1× the average Tiguan year). Complaints peaked in 2026 (81 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 25,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2021 (142 complaints, 5 recalls), 2023 (68 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan problems?
Owners have filed 270 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (112), electrical (62), other / unknown (49).
What gas mileage does the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.