2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
1
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
72
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2023 Tiguan and 72 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is engine, with 25 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- ENGINE25
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER13
- POWER TRAIN8
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING7
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL4
- SERVICE BRAKES4
2023 Tiguan Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · 25V082000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tiguan, 2023 Arteon, and 2024-2025 Audi Q3 vehicles. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners April 3, 2024, and Volkswagen owners November 18, 2025.Volkswagen owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91NY and (Audi) 90AV.
2023 Tiguan Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V1718032037201_21 | Oct 29, 2026 | ENGINE | Checking engine oil level. | 11039313 |
| V0017132033846_27 | Oct 29, 2026 | ENGINE | Prevent Sporatic Misfire Faults. | 11039303 |
| V0118122014603_22 | Oct 28, 2026 | ENGINE | Reprogramming Control Module process | 11039307 |
| V9422012066639_7 | Oct 27, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | Condensation | 11039326 |
| V9419012011521_22 | Oct 27, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses | 11039325 |
| V0019012040590_16 | Oct 27, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Water Migration under RAPGARD® during PDI | 11039305 |
| Dealer 91UB 20261026 | Oct 23, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This OTA update addresses a potential issue with special characters being broadcast over HD radio. | 11039300 |
| Bulletin 91UB 20261026 | Oct 23, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This OTA update addresses a potential issue with special characters being broadcast over HD radio. | 11039298 |
| V1917012022548_16 | Oct 15, 2026 | ENGINE | Identifying and Mixing Volkswagen Engine Coolants | 11039314 |
| V0116132033805_12 | Oct 15, 2026 | ENGINE | Engine missfire diagnostic aid | 11039306 |
| V0123022069588_4 | Oct 14, 2026 | ENGINE | When replacing Evaporative Emissions System components, it is not always necessary to replace the entire EVAP canister system as a complete assembly, if the failed components ar… | 11039308 |
| V0018092053065_8 | Oct 1, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting | 11039304 |
| V0116152014815_20 | Sep 17, 2026 | ENGINE | Suggested fuel additive | 11038146 |
| TT 96 26 01 | Sep 17, 2026 | LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST | Heat Sensative Trouble Shooting Explanation. | 11038145 |
| TT 57 23 01 | Sep 10, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Remove Key FOB battery for 20 seconds to restore proper operation. | 11038144 |
| SM 39-2026 | Sep 9, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided. | 11038143 |
| Email 91OL | Sep 7, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This OTA update provides improvements to connectivity stability and OCU module diagnostics, which will reduce OCU module replacements due to false DTC detection. This software u… | 11038142 |
| Dealer 91OL | Sep 3, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This OTA update provides improvements to connectivity stability and OCU module diagnostics, which will reduce OCU module replacements due to false DTC detection. This software u… | 11038141 |
| Bulletin 91OL | Sep 3, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This OTA update provides improvements to connectivity stability and OCU module diagnostics, which will reduce OCU module replacements due to false DTC detection. This software u… | 11038140 |
| V4622022067177_5 | Aug 27, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | Repair or Replace Information | 11036878 |
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