Model year guide

2016 Volkswagen tiguan

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Volkswagen tiguan is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 16 on record.

2016 Volkswagen tiguan — representative photo
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2016 Volkswagen tiguan at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints95
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$14,158

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2016 Volkswagen tiguan recalls 2

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.

Latches/locks/linkages NHTSA Campaign #16V464000 · 24/06/2016

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 CC vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 3, 2016, Golf R and Tiguan vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 28, 2016, and e-Golf vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 11, 2016. Vibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage, allow…

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the child lock(s), free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 58C9.

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.

2016 Volkswagen tiguan common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 95 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
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.

2016 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 2016 Volkswagen tiguan worth?

Low
$10,485
Typical price
$14,158
High
$17,990

From 14 comparable 2016 Volkswagen tiguan listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Volkswagen tiguan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$1,700
Total$18,200
Per mile$0.24

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 ($14,158) with the same model 5 model-years older ($12,437), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Volkswagen tiguan trims & engines on record

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

2016 Volkswagen tiguan vehicles on record

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2016 Volkswagen tiguan — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Volkswagen tiguan have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Volkswagen tiguan?

Based on 95 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, electrical system, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Volkswagen tiguan get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Volkswagen tiguan at about 23 mpg combined (21 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 2016 Volkswagen tiguan worth?

Comparable 2016 Volkswagen tiguan listings run roughly $10,485–$17,990, typically around $14,158 (from 14 vehicles).

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