2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 70 owner complaints for the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan. The EPA rates it 24 to 27 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 1
- Owner complaints
- 70
- Crashes / fires reported
- 1 / 0
- EPA combined
- 24–27 MPG
2023 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls
Back Over PreventionFeb 12, 2025 · NHTSA 25V082000+
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Engine25
- Electrical System13
- Unknown or Other12
- Forward Collision Avoidance9
- Power Train8
- Fuel/Propulsion System6
- Service Brakes4
- Vehicle Speed Control4
2023 Volkswagen Tiguan gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan S | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Tiguan | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,450 |
| Tiguan 4motion | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,550 |
| Tiguan R-Line 4motion | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,700 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan, most recently for the back over prevention (Feb 12, 2025). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan problems?
Owners filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (25), electrical system (13), unknown or other (12).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan at 24 to 27 MPG combined (best version: 24 city / 31 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.