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2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

Reliability, common problems, recalls and owner complaints

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

Recall·18V329000

Unknown or other

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Recall·15V483000

Air bags: frontal

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Recall·14V441000

Fuel system

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 84 owners reported

Air bags21
Steering20
Electrical system16
Engine8

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2014 Volkswagen Tiguan at a glance

Trims
R-LineSSESEL
Engine
2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbo
Transmission
Automatic 6-spd
Drivetrain
AWD, FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
SUV
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Owners have filed 84 complaints about the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. 3 recall campaigns cover this model year.

Is the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?

Owners have filed 84 complaints about the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. 3 recall campaigns cover this model year. How a specific car holds up depends on its engine, mileage and maintenance record.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.