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2012 Volkswagen Tiguan repairs by problem area
Engine (47%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (11%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (16%)
Other (2%)
Chart based on 92 repairs.
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (3%)
$500 - $999 (18%)
$100 - $499 (26%)
< $100 (50%)
Chart based on 38 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr SUV
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 30000 mi | Fuel pump issue. |
| 39700 mi | High pressure fuel pump was faulty. No acceleration but would run. VW said it was either recall or warranty and they covered cost of diagnosis, parts and labor. |
| 75000 mi US $950 |
Water pump failed - it has a plastic body / cover. |
| 1000 mi | Whistling sound from waterpump area when car warmed up. Fuel pump and associated valves replaced but sound returned. Bled cooling system, but whistling sound returned on way home. |
| 2000 mi | Replaced waterpump and bled cooling system again. Appears to be resolved. |
| 43000 mi US $150 |
oil separator leaking turbocharger bypass valve leaking oil |
| 59000 mi US $447 |
Replaced ignition coils |
| 61000 mi US $300 |
Replaced 1 coil pack |
| 74000 mi US $975 |
Engine oil level was low - previous repair shop underfilled |
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr SUV
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 64000 mi US $850 |
Dripping Coolant and over heating. Placed water pump/ thermostat assembly. |
| 68000 mi US $250 |
Engine had low oil. No leak found, but determined only 2 quarts were in oil tank. Engine/turbo consumed 3 quarts of oil in 7500 miles. Issue temporarily resolved with an top off, and am evaluating how long it takes to return. 500 miles later, issue has not returned. |
| 60000 mi US $150 |
Fuel sensor replacement did not correct problem - lack of power and threw codes. Replaced high pressure fuel pump to resolve problem. This was necessary from the beginning, but I do believe that sensor replaced earlier was bad as well. Car lost power and threw codes. Diagnosed problem to be fuel pressure sensor |
| 61000 mi | Fuel pump control recall. I had experienced the stall due to the fuel pump on one occasion before the recall wad issued. |
| 66000 mi US $150 |
PCV valve failed. Caused smoke from tailpipe and oil consumption. |
| 69300 mi US $50 |
High pressure fuel pump failed and was replaced. |
| 76000 mi US $927 |
Replaced the faulty timing chain tensioner per TSB. |
| 86000 mi US $50 |
Intake manifold replaced due to P2015 code. |
| 125000 mi US $100 |
Replaced engine mount due to worn mount. |
| 54000 mi US $2165 |
Removed carbon building up from intake valves replaced water pump assembly that had started leaking; In 2021, recovered full cost of the repair as part of a class action settlement with VW of America |
| 73500 mi US $3000 |
check engine light. result: turbo boost low replaced tubrocharger other codes found when checking engine light. carboned up intake valves caused codes at engine startup. decarbonize the intake valves. |
| 25420 mi | No actual problem. This was a firmware update to increase fuel pressure. |
| 62000 mi | Experienced loss of power after 60K service. Bad wastegate and turbocharger failure. Approved a VW WISE claim to repair after warranty period. |
| 62300 mi | Car kept losing coolant since 60K service. Checked and replaced bad water pump. |
| 50000 mi US $300 |
One of the ignition coils failed and was replaced. |
| 96000 mi US $2300 |
Water pump needed replacing. Also oil change needed as aftermarket oil filter gave errors of low oil pressure. Replaced turbo |
| 97000 mi US $900 |
Valves cleaned and 3 coils replaced |
| 108000 mi | Dealer had to reset computer for repair made earlier replaced sensor. |
| 153000 mi US $700 |
Fixed oil leak Water pump was leaking coolant. And replaced |
| 39000 mi | Coolant level slightly below minimum. No leak detected, dealer topped off. |
| 88000 mi US $3100 |
Turbo failed |
| 21000 mi | The car stalled 3 times in the last month and this was attributed to the low pressure fuel pump which was replaced. |
| 37000 mi | Vehicle briefly losing power when making right-hand turns. Systems checked out by dealer, unable to duplicate problem. |
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr SUV
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 20000 mi | EPC light came on twice during cold weather months ago. Dealership could not determine the issue to fix. |
| 81000 mi US $300 |
Clean intake valves |
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 4dr SUV
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 7-speed automated manual FWD
| 20460 mi | Car would not start was trucked to dealer who diagnosed a broken earth strap. Temporary repair was done and part ordered. Part took two weeks to arrive and was then fitted. |
| 41000 mi | Water leak from water pump damage to cambelt |
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