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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Problems and Repair Histories

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Year Make/Model Trips/Year/100 Cars Compared to all models for the same year  
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 40 Tiguans, 9.8 months of data per Tiguan, average 39400 miles

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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen Tiguan in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 42000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 42000 0 Right front headlight kept going out. Changed light, still didnt work. Changed fuse in engine compartment, worked for a month. Went out again, the entire fuse box in engine compartment melted. Part takes 3 weeks to order. $600.00. 

 

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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr SUV

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volkswagen Tiguan in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 4000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 39300 0 Intake Manifold Water pump failed 
Dec 2012 45000 160 Lose power bus between battery and ECU, causing engine stall at low revs. 
Mar 2013 49000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 0 Rear washer (reported earlier by another member) should be covered under warrantee. To be repaired. 
Jul 2010 15000 0 Brake squeal. Dealer stated they check but invoice stated they did nothing. VW cannot find problem. Forums have many discussion thread on brake squeal. I will service myself. Dealer incompetent. 
Aug 2010 15000 0 secondary high pressure fuel pump near engine (pre-injector pump) failed. set engine/emission light. lost turbo but drivable. successful repair but 4 days in shop. 
Sep 2011 24000 0 drain tube for sunroof on drivers side leaked. Also wire to visor light deteriorated....all repaired. 
Mar 2013 36000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 0 Drivers side front and rear doors were misaligned from the factory. 
Oct 2012 37000 0 Intake Manifold flap replaced under warranty 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2011 28000   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 29000 0 Faulty relay caused fuse box to overheat and melt 
Sep 2012 39000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2012 25000   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 25000 0 Clogged/Disconnected sunroof drain. Water draining into rear cargo area. Repaired under Certified Used Volkswagen Warranty. 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2009 5000 0 air conditioning vent shade hinge broke 
Dec 2009 12000 0 power steering warning light came on. Dealer looked at codes and saw no errors. Reset the computer and the problem was gone. It has not recurred. 
Jul 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 6000   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 13000 0 A relay went bad that resulted in half of the lights not working. No Right-side (passenger) Low Beam, High Beam, Fog, Front Turn signal, Rear Turn signal, Reverse light. No Left-side (driver) City light, Side Marker. No Brake brightness on either side. 
Jul 2011 26000 0 Check Engine came on, hard to start and has no engine power when driving. High Pressure Fuel Pump went bad, replaced and cleared codes. 
Nov 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Kansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2012 45000   First odometer entry
Nov 2012 45000 0 Washed my tig and the clear coat came off.Dealer had it repainted.First time wshing it paint came off again and had to be repainted again.Also had engine whinning noise and a ghostly noise from the rear end that was looked at by dealer Squeeling under the hood and ghostly noise from the rear end.Dealer did dignostic and said all was fine.Said there was no loose pulleys,belts and didn't hear the ghostly noise.The ghostly noise is more continual as of recent 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 9000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 25000 30 rear light went out. replaced but not covered under warranty. 
Jun 2012 34000 600 fuel pump broke, had to be replaced 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2011 37820   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 47140 0 Ignition switch began making sounds when going over bumps, dealer replaced switch under warranty 
Mar 2013 53940   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2008 0 The rear windshield washer nozzle was clogged and did not spray. The mechanic tried clearing out but it sill didn't spray correctly to VW specs so it was replaced. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 10000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 13000 0 Problem has not been fixed as the ONLY dealer available is 50 miles away and cannot get it in again for 2 more weeks. "Brake" warning light is on and car is drivable. Seems was an issue with early cars. 
Jul 2010 15000 0 Both seat belt and brake warning lights came on intermittently. Was faulty part. New part, but lights came back. Mechanic didn't realize he had to resest code regardless of correct code showing. Once reset all OK. 
Aug 2010 16500 0 one rear brake light out, but still not repaired. Awaiting 20K tune up to do both. 
Oct 2010 19000 0 had 20K service so repaired rear brake light at same time. all warranty. 
Mar 2013 36000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2011 30000   First odometer entry
Jun 2012 37000 300 fan controller faulty, replaced both electric radiator fans with integrated controller. 
Oct 2012 41000 200 Driver xenon headlamp went purple and dim. Replaced both headlamps. 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 4000 0 There was a clunking noise in the engine compartment when starting or stopping car. They inspected and re-torqued all engine and transmission mounts. 
Aug 2012 16300 0 musty odor. they fixed it 
Dec 2012 19000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr SUV

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Volkswagen Tiguan in South Africa
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2013 107880   First odometer entry
Apr 2013 111600 0 Turbo whistle 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 0 driver's seat became loose at its mount points and was "rocking" back and forth. very disconcerting. 
Nov 2009 0 satellite radio stopped working. dealer had to order replacement radio/head unit. part did not arrive at dealer until months later. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2011 26000   First odometer entry
Nov 2011 27000 0 Cracked neck on radiator. Repaired under factory warranty. 
Mar 2013 36000 0 A fuse blew disabling the entire vehicle. The car had to be dragged up onto a flatbed. Dealer found a smaller than specified fuse had blown. I have never touched the fuses. Dealer fixed for free after calling VW tech hotline. 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 34000   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 35000 150 Battery died - New Battery installed 
Jul 2012 40000 210 Electronic Parking Break switch not working. Switch replaced. intake manifold replaced to stop check engine light water pump leak fixed 
Feb 2013 46000 580 Rear breake pads, and rotors replaced. Brake fluid flush. $442 + $127 @ Dealer. 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 2000   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 27000 200 Tire pressure mgmt system sensors broke after tires were replaced (2 of 4). Dealer blamed on NTB tire dealer Although problems did not show up until a month or so after tires changed. 
Mar 2013 35000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in New Mexico, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 14000   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 32000 0 High speed fuel pump failed. Was replaced. Previously misdiagnosed by local dealership as loose part. Colorado dealership successfully repaired issue. 
Feb 2013 67000 600 Ignition coils out 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2012 60000   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 60700 0 Coolant light appeared without notice. Car undrivable and had to be towed to dealership all three times. Pump had to be replaced--third one in only 10 months. Also replaced intake manifold 3 months ago. 
Mar 2013 62000 0 Check engine light back on again (suspected small evap leak). Unable to find issue with check engine light, so light reset. Small oil leak due to oil cap unable to seal. Part ordered to repair oil leak; repairs completed at end of week. Check engine light back on again (1 day after previous reset). Gas cap light also on. New gas cap needed. Part ordered and replaced. Sunroof leaking in 3 places. Service department had to remove headliner to inspect; cleaned drains and discovered faulty weld in sunroof frame. Sunroof frame had to be replaced. Headliner replaced and reinstalled too. 
Apr 2013 62000 0 Check engine light on again. Found small evap leak (N80 valve leak). Part replaced and rechecked; passed test. 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 2000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 12500 200 Dead battery. 
Mar 2013 16000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 25000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 28500 0 Right rear window noisy when moving up and down. Question about part necessitated 3 trips before successful repair. 
Oct 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 36000   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 48000 800 AC stopped working at 40 k miles. Dealer fixed under CPO warranty. Cost $800 if not under CPO. Car making high pitched noise. Took to dealer. They immediately knew the issue. It was a bad breather valve. Apparently very common for VW Tiguan. 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 31000   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 45000 0 Replaced leaking water pump under Certified Pre Owned warranty. Car had to be towed to dealer. According to dealer, problem caused by excessive heat this summer in Texas. 
Nov 2011 49500 170 Flat battery. Replaced battery. 
Jun 2012 56000 0 Wear and tear - replace rear brake pads. 
Jan 2013 67000 802 Water pump (replaced 18 months, 20,000 miles ago) failed again. VW paid for new part but we had to pay for labor. Timing chain cover gasket leaking oil Diverter valve leaking 
Mar 2013 67000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 9920   First odometer entry
Feb 2010 10540 0 A ground wire attached to the engine control module was not torqued correctly at the factory and was loose causing the vehicle to not start intermittently 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 10700 0 tow hitch installed by dealer when new; lights failed to function on trip in september; brought to dealer @ regular service interval; need to bring car back to dealer to diagnose and repair 
Dec 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2011 25420   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 27280 0 Electronic Power Control light on, loss of power, difficult to change gears. Replaced a connector under warranty as recommended in TSB. Switch for seat setting stopped working. Dealer replaced switch. 
May 2012 36540 0 Minor oil leak caused by loose bolt holding oil pan. 
Sep 2012 40920   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 14000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 15000 0 The LFS (turning headlight) warning came on and cornering light stopped working. VW replaced a faulty bulb 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 24800   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 27900 670 Rear Brake assy replace due to uneven wear of brake pad (Less than 2mm) 
Sep 2010 37200 500 EPC warning light came on! Replacement of wire connector on throttle body + Schedule maintenance done for 60000 km 
Nov 2010 40100 0 Knocking noise in back differential area First wheels were lock all together and then no more 4wd conclusion -> Haldex Broken wtg replacement part 
Dec 2010 41540 0 Haldex noisy, replacement of Haldex on warranty. Still noisy after repair.(Less but still noisy!) Level 2 investigation ongoing ... to be continued... 
Mar 2011 44640 0 Noisy differential, first attempt was the haldex replacement noise got worst they change the differential and haldex. Found metal in oil differential and missing oil in differential!!! 
Aug 2011 55800 860 Lost power steering at start-up (post re-fueling) Stop the engine and re-started and reported to dealer at 90,000km maintenance schedule and dealer didn't find any clue and any code or whatever in the VAGCOM 
Jan 2012 66340 0 Check Engine came on, code found per vagcom 008213 / per OBD P2015 by research on code on forum Vortex a link to the intake valve flapper fault. A visual check found that the lever was un-hook from the link. Reposition it and reset ... ok 
Feb 2012 68540 0 The flapper valve was disengaging occasionally causing a fault code. Wear and poor design is my conclusion for this recurring problem. I did a "C" clip to make the arm lever stay in place of the actuator vacuum rod. Linkage is secure now! 
Aug 2012 81560 325 Actually it was the Tie-rod in that was replace! Passenger side. And an alignment was done. 
Mar 2013 94240 2500 Check engine light: Inlet manifold change (code P2015 on vagcom).Maintenance sunroof lub, front windshield replacement, protective under panel of engine replace (crack)oil brake liquid with antifreeze flush & replace 

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 9920 0  
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 2480   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 14600 185 squeaky accelerator pedal replaced under warranty 
Sep 2011 33480 0 Pass headlight bulb had failed. 
Nov 2011 33480 0 Low pressure tire light came on and could not be reset. Dealer reset and rebooted the computer then test drove the car. Warning light then went out. 
Mar 2013 48360   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 29000 0 Water leak into interior from roof rack mount. Dealer replaced grommets and tightened mounts.  
Dec 2011 33000 0 Stop Car - Check Coolant warning came on. Could not replicate, everything checked out OK. 
Jul 2012 38300 0 Same cooling system problem. 
Mar 2013 43000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 27900 0 Bushing of the front suspension have been changed 
Dec 2011 33480 0 one speaker broke down 
Dec 2012 43400 400 need to change rear brakes ! 
Mar 2013 45880   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 11000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 20000 0 Intermittent wipers not working. Faulty tire pressure light. 
Sep 2012 70000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 1860   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 2480 0 no heating 
Jul 2011 17540 0 corrosion in the terminal block connecting the throttle to the computer. 
Mar 2013 34100   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in District of Columbia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 3300 0 Would not go over 35 mph. I pulled over and restarted the car. It seemed fine after that, but I took it to dealer. They special ordered and replaced a wiring connector that attached to the potentiometer. 
Jan 2012 12000 0 Can't get all stations since Sirius moved channels. 
Jan 2013 17000 435 battery had dead cell both turning lights went out. also replaced housings. check engine light came on. diagnosed vacuum leak and charged one hour to repair. 

 

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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr SUV

turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD

Volkswagen Tiguan in Namibia
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 22320   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 48360 0 Sensor was loose and indicated faulty brakes. 

 

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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr SUV

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Volkswagen Tiguan in New South Wales, Australia
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 620   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 19220 0 Exhaust sensor faulty. 
Mar 2013 45880   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Great Britain
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 10000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 22000 0 Exhaust pressure warning light came on. Talked to the dealer he recomended bringing it in for repair as soon as possible although it was still ok to drive carefully. Engine management update required. Internal monitoring sensor replaced on the alarm system. VAG com detected the issue 
Nov 2010 27000 0 wiper connecting arm popped off the ball joint under the panel below the windscreen. Dealer re-attached it. Problem recurs often now, I will have to take it back for more detailed work when weather allows. Window arm popped off ball joint under panel in front of windscreen. The Dealer reattached the wiper arm ball joints but the issue never came back due to no more snow build up below windscreen. 
Sep 2011 38000 210 On MOT inspection rear suspension bump stops were found to be perishing. Parts ordered to be fitted at a later date. Bump stops replaced. Found schock absorbers to be faulty during repair. Parts ordered for repair at a later date. Shocks installed. 
Jan 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Great Britain
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 4000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 12000 0 Gearbox damaged cause unknown 
Jul 2011 17000 0 Engine warning light came on. Took to dealer. Faulty sensor diagnosed and replaced. 
Jun 2012 24000 0 Glow plug showed problem on computer 
Mar 2013 30000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008.5 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr SUV

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Volkswagen Tiguan in Great Britain
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 8000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 20300 0 Centre wheel trim inserts replaced due to corrosion 
Apr 2011 26000 0 DPF warning light came on followed by exhaust warning light then engine warning light as it went into limp home mode. Faulty DPF sensor 
Jun 2011 29000 53 No power available above 2500 revs. No warning lights on. Garage discovered stones trapped behind accelerator pedal. 
Mar 2012 34000 490 Parking brake failure light illuminated. Auto hold not working. Diagnosed as faulty hill hold assist switch caused by faulty ABS unit. 
Aug 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008.5 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr SUV

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD

Volkswagen Tiguan in Great Britain
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 8000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 26000 0 Differential pressure switch faulty. Switch replaced. 
Oct 2011 48700 50 Engine management light illuminated then glow plug light started flashing, warning message displayed to seek dealer help. Fault traced to faulty differential pressure switch for diesel particulate filter. Switch changed all OK 
Apr 2012 58000 0 X relief relay fault, replaced. 
May 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan in Great Britain
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 10000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 28000 0 Aircon compressor replaced. 
Jun 2012 95000 0 Intermittent lost of power steering at parking speeds when turning to the right. Full car software update installed. All ok so far. 

 

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