2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2013 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 152 | 139 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,000 | 1,058 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–24 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 52,000 mi | 54,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Tiguan | Volkswagen Tiguan |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 33 | 63 |
| Engine | 50 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 35 |
| Steering | 20 | 27 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 6 |
| Power Train | 7 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 30 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
| Overheating | 0 | 6 |
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.