2021 Volkswagen Tiguan
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 21 on record.
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan at a glance
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2021 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls 5
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Long Wheelbase and Jetta vehicles. Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat tracks and, as necessary, install the bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 18, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72L6.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility…
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91BB/91BC.
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.
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. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42L8.
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.
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 Mot…
Fix: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DV.
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.
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 125 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan trims & engines on record
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles on record
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV3B7AX5MM057357
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV3B7AX0MM139707
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV3B7AX0MM139898
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S3VV1B7AX5MM081407
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S3VV1B7AX8MM080879
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S3VV1B7AX1MM039736
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S3VV1B7AX5MM080922
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S3VV1B7AX2MM081767
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S3VV1B7AX3MM081874
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV3B7AX3MM074643
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV3B7AX5MM103043
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV3B7AX6MM102855
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV3B7AXXMM101224
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S3VV1B7AX3MM098111
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S3VV1B7AX0MM082111
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S3VV1B7AX2MM081283
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV3B7AX0MM098513
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV3B7AX0MM102544
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S3VV1B7AX3MM080885
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan 4Motion SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV2B7AX5MM014715
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan 4Motion SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL3VV2B7AX4MM014575
Other Volkswagen Tiguan model years
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan — frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2021 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 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Based on 125 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, visibility/wiper.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan at about 25 mpg combined (23 city / 29 highway).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.