2023 Volkswagen Tiguan
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 24 of 62 complaints (39%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 265 in 2022 to 62 in 2023.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | vs. 2023 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,500–2,600 | 2,400–2,600 | 2,300–2,600 | 2,300–2,600 | 2,150–2,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–25 | 24–26 | 24–27 | 24–27 | 25–29 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21–23 / 27–29 | 21–23 / 28–30 | 21–24 / 28–31 | 22–24 / 29–31 | 22–26 / 30–34 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 353–374 | 346–369 | 331–369 | 331–367 | 307–351 | |
| Complaints filed | 139 | 265 | 62 | 65 | 46 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Engine: 24 of 62 NHTSA complaints (39%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
EPA rates it 24–27 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan?
EPA estimates $2,300–$2,600 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg | 29 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,500 | 357 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg (low) | 28 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | $2,600 (high) | 369 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 23 mpg | 30 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 343 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 24 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,300 (low) | 331 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · Campaign 25V082000 · Feb 13, 2025
Defect: 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.