2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 141 owner complaints for the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The EPA rates it 23 to 25 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 141
- Crashes / fires reported
- 5 / 0
- EPA combined
- 23–25 MPG
2020 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls
StructureApr 6, 2022 · NHTSA 22V226000+
Risk: An insufficiently attached spoiler may separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N5.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. Due to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hatch spoiler may be insufficiently attached to the vehicle.
Seat BeltsSep 23, 2020 · NHTSA 20V579000+
Risk: Improperly torqued bolts may prevent the third row seat belt from performing as designed in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners and will repurchase the vehicles. Owners are advised: No one should occupy the third row seat due to the safety risk. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen number for this recall is 69BA.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Tiguan LWB vehicles. The third row seat belt anchor bolts may not have been properly torqued.
SeatsAug 26, 2020 · NHTSA 20V505000+
Risk: In the event of a rear-end crash, the backrest adjustment could break, possibly reducing the amount of occupant restraint, thus increasing risk of injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats, and, as necessary, replace the seatback frames, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2020. Volkswagen owners may contact their customer service at 1-888-241-2289. Audi owners may contact their customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72L1, 72K8, and 72K9.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen ) is recalling certain 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Jetta, Jetta GLI and Tiguan and Audi Q5 and SQ5 and 2021 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. Parts of the front seat frame and backrest adjuster may not have been welded properly.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Unknown or Other52
- Electrical System34
- Engine26
- Structure16
- Forward Collision Avoidance16
- Service Brakes11
- Visibility/Wiper10
- Exterior Lighting8
2020 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 (S8) | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,550 |
| Tiguan 4motion | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan, most recently for the structure (Apr 6, 2022). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan problems?
Owners filed 141 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are unknown or other (52), electrical system (34), engine (26).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan at 23 to 25 MPG combined (best version: 22 city / 29 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.