2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 97 owner complaints for the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. The EPA rates it 22 to 23 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 2
- Owner complaints
- 97
- Crashes / fires reported
- 4 / 2
- EPA combined
- 22–23 MPG
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls
Air BagsJul 17, 2019 · NHTSA 19V535000+
Risk: Deactivated air bags increases the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Z5.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Latches/Locks/LinkagesJun 24, 2016 · NHTSA 16V464000+
Risk: If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the child lock(s), free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 58C9.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 CC vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 3, 2016, Golf R and Tiguan vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 28, 2016, and e-Golf vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 11, 2016. Vibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage, allowing a child to open a rear door while inside the vehicle.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Air Bags37
- Electrical System27
- Unknown or Other23
- Steering13
- Engine10
- Structure6
- Fuel/Propulsion System4
- Power Train3
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,450 |
| Tiguan 4motion | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,600 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan, most recently for the air bags (Jul 17, 2019). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan problems?
Owners filed 97 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are air bags (37), electrical system (27), unknown or other (23).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan at 22 to 23 MPG combined (best version: 21 city / 26 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.