Volkswagen Tiguan 2023 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Volkswagen Tiguan 2023 and 70 complaints filed by owners. It has 50% fewer complaints than the average Volkswagen Tiguan from 2016–2025 (141 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Volkswagen Tiguan 2023? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Volkswagen Tiguan 2023
Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 25V082000 · 2025-02-12
What happens
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tiguan, 2023 Arteon, and 2024-2025 Audi Q3 vehicles. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners April 3, 2024, and Volkswagen owners November 18, 2025.Volkswagen owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91NY and (Audi) 90AV.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
70 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
1 with a crash · 1 injury
Most reported problems on the Volkswagen Tiguan 2023
- Engine: 25 (36% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 13 (19% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 9 (13% of complaints)
- Powertrain and transmission: 8 (11% of complaints)
- Fuel and propulsion: 6 (9% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Volkswagen Tiguan 2023
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Volkswagen Tiguan recalls by year
- 2016 : 2 recalls · 97 complaints
- 2017 : 4 recalls · 76 complaints
- 2018 : 14 recalls · 287 complaints
- 2019 : 5 recalls · 194 complaints
- 2020 : 3 recalls · 141 complaints
- 2021 : 5 recalls · 144 complaints
- 2022 : 5 recalls · 272 complaints
- 2023 : 1 recall · 70 complaints
- 2024 : 2 recalls · 76 complaints
- 2025 : 3 recalls · 53 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Tiguan 2023 have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Volkswagen Tiguan 2023. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Volkswagen Tiguan 2023?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: engine (25 of 70 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 23, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).