2013 Volkswagen Tiguan Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 3 NHTSA recalls and 139 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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Use Caution — 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
The 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has elevated complaints or recalls that warrant careful consideration. Have any open recalls resolved before purchase and inspect the vehicle thoroughly.
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NHTSA Recalls
3 recalls on record
139
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
2
Crashes + Injuries
1 fire report
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NHTSA Recalls — 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (3)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Volkswagen dealer at no charge to the owner.
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Most Common Problems — 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
Based on 139 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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Volkswagen Tiguan — Complaints by Year
Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2013 model year is highlighted.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
Is the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has 3 recalls and 139 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated issues — consider alternatives or a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
The 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has 3 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan are: Air Bags, Steering, Electrical System, Engine. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan safe to buy?
The 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 3 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Volkswagen Tiguan should I buy?
Use the year comparison chart above to identify which model years have the fewest reported problems for the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit
NHTSA.gov/recalls.