Model year guide

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 24 on record.

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints62
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$15,258

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2015 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls 4

Unknown Or Other NHTSA Campaign #18V329000 · 16/05/2018

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module NHTSA Campaign #19V535000 · 17/07/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Z5.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #15V311000 · 26/05/2015

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Tiguan vehicles manufactured January 22, 2015, to March 20, 2015. These vehicles may be equipped with Certification labels that are missing the required tire pressure information and they may state incorrect weight and loading information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certificati…

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will correct the information on the certification label, free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01A5.

Air Bags:side/window NHTSA Campaign #16V045000 · 28/01/2016

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles manufactured January 15, 2015, to January 21, 2015, and 2015 Audi Q5 vehicles manufactured January 13, 2015, to February 3, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with driver and front seat passenger seat-mounted air bag inflators that may rupture in the event of a crash.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69M1 (for Audi) and…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan worth?

Low
$10,500
Typical price
$15,258
High
$17,200

From 22 comparable 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,100
Total$20,600
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($15,258) with the same model 5 model-years older ($11,140), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan trims & engines on record

Trims
S · 4-Motion · R-Line
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 200 hp

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen Tiguan model years

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2015 Volkswagen Tiguan — frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Based on 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan at about 23 mpg combined (21 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan worth?

Comparable 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan listings run roughly $10,500–$17,200, typically around $15,258 (from 22 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.