Model year guide

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 27 on record.

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints182
Combined25 mpg
Typical price$25,358

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2019 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls 5

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #19V241000 · 27/03/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Tiguan LWB vehicles. The tire information label contains inaccurate tire dimension and inflation pressure specifications. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Fix: Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D2.

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel NHTSA Campaign #18V824000 · 26/11/2018

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles that do not have keyless entry. The instrument cluster may not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the door is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard …

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 90L3 and 90L4.

Suspension:rear:springs:coil Springs NHTSA Campaign #19V188000 · 06/03/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.

Structure:body NHTSA Campaign #22V226000 · 06/04/2022

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.

Fix: Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N5.

Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems NHTSA Campaign #22V815000 · 31/10/2022

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB, Golf Sportswagen A7, Golf Alltrack, Golf R GP, Audi Q3, Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas, Golf A7, Audi A3, 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021 Atlas FL vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all fou…

Fix: Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi’s customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Audi) 45J7, and (VW) 45J6 an…

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.

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 182 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,450

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

What's a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan worth?

Low
$20,998
Typical price
$25,358
High
$30,194

From 22 comparable 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$7,350
Total$19,600
Per mile$0.26

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 ($25,358) with the same model 5 model-years older ($17,998), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan trims & engines on record

Trims
4Motion SE, 4Motion SEL, 4Motion SEL R-Line, 4Motion SEL R-Line Jet-Black · SE, SEL, SEL R-Line, SEL R-Line Jet-Black · S · 4Motion SEL Premium, 4Motion SEL Premium R-Line · 4Motion S
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 184 hp

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen Tiguan model years

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2019 Volkswagen Tiguan — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2019 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 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Based on 182 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, forward collision avoidance.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan at about 25 mpg combined (22 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan worth?

Comparable 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan listings run roughly $20,998–$30,194, typically around $25,358 (from 22 vehicles).

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