2025 Volkswagen Tiguan problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan get?

The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan has a U.S. EPA estimate of 28 mpg combined (25 city / 32 highway).

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan at a glance

Safety recalls3

Owner complaints49

Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Combined28 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls 3

Electrical System:body Control Module:software NHTSA Campaign #26V587000 · manufacturer #57KL · 10/09/2026

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. A software error may cause the body control module (BCM) system to reset. This may result in the ignition switching off, resulting in an engine stall. It can also lead to a loss of certain controls, warning lights, exterior lighting, or failure of the rearview camera system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requi…

Fix: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 57KL. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this r…

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger NHTSA Campaign #25V854000 · manufacturer #74HE · 10/12/2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.

Fix: Owners are advised not to allow occupants to sit in the front passenger seat until the remedy is complete. Dealers will repair the affected wiring harness in the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer ser…

Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly NHTSA Campaign #25V526000 · manufacturer #42E7 · 13/08/2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles. A tie rod bolt on the rear axle assembly may be loose, which can lead to a loss of vehicle control.

Fix: Dealers will replace the affected tie rod bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42E7.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 49 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.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

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.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Frontal — driver★★★★★

Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Side — front seat★★★★★

Side — rear seat★★★★★

Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 17.9% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Frontal crash test

Side barrier test

Side pole test

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg

City25 mpg

Highway32 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,400

EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Forced inductionTurbocharged

Engine start-stopYes

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,000

Fuel only$12,000

Per mile$0.16

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.

Dimensions & weight

Length

184.3 in

Width

72.8 in

Height

66.5 in

Wheelbase

109.8 in

Curb weight

3,810 lb

Front track

62.2 in

Rear track

61.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 146

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 146.

Update programming because of multiple assist lights ON.

Bulletin V9626032083194_3 · Lane Departure · Sep 2026

Suggested fuel additive

Bulletin V0116152014815_20 · Engine · Sep 2026

Reference to Service Action 24BD

Bulletin V2426012083103_1 · Engine · Sep 2026

Calabrate Front Camera for Driver Assistant Systems.

Bulletin V9626032083194_2 · Forward Collision Avoidance · Sep 2026

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

Bulletin SM 39-2026 · Sep 2026

Calabrate Front Camera for Driver Assistant Systems.

Bulletin V9626032083194_1 · Forward Collision Avoidance · Sep 2026

Brake rotor resurfacing

Bulletin V4619022015173_35 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

Repair or Replace Information

Bulletin V4622022067177_5 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no…

Bulletin VIN4APIN20260826 · Aug 2026

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct various flash programming errors.

Bulletin VOS-26-50 · Aug 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the TIGUAN FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Volkswagen Tiguan

The Volkswagen Tiguan is a sport utility vehicle produced by German manufacturer Volkswagen since 2007, sitting between the smaller T-Roc and the larger Touareg in the company's crossover SUV range. The first generation was based on the PQ46 platform, while the second generation, released in 2016, utilizes the Volkswagen Group MQB A2 platform. It is generally considered to be a medium-sized SUV in Europe, while in North America it is considered to be a compact crossover SUV.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

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2025 Volkswagen Tiguan — frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Across all 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, forward collision avoidance, engine.

What is the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan get?

The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan has a U.S. EPA estimate of 28 mpg combined (25 city / 32 highway).

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