2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 160 | 152 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 854 | 1,000 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 21–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,000 mi | 52,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Tiguan | Volkswagen Tiguan |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 62 | 50 |
| Electrical System | 46 | 23 |
| Air Bags | 30 | 33 |
| Exterior Lighting | 39 | 1 |
| Steering | 14 | 20 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 12 |
| Power Train | 8 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 20 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.