Volkswagen Tiguan: Common Problems and Fixes
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Annual Repair Cost. on average. The annual maintenance cost of a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan is $531. Repair and maintenance costs vary depending on age, mileage, location and shop.
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Worst 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Problems #1: Engine Shut Down While Driving 2016 Tiguan Average Cost to Fix: $6,000 Average Mileage: 16,000 mi. Learn …
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2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. Risk of Major Repair. In the next 12 mos, assuming typical miles & conditions. Medium. 65% of vehicles. Like any future forecast, this may not apply to your specific ...
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The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan has 4 NHTSA complaints for the engine at 76,815 miles average. CarComplaints.com : Car complaints, car problems and defect information Latest News
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Jul 17, 2019 . 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 …
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Change by Dealer ($1600) After the repair the dealer drove the Tiguan few days to monitor the code Oil Leak on Top timing cover (Engine whole bottom wet area) and check engine code P0171 (00362)and P119a (04506) The dealer did an Recall check for fuel injection (replace all …
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We aren’t going to sugar coat it, the Volkswagen Tiguan’s reliability rating is dead last, 26th out of 26, on RepairPal for all CUV’s. The 2011 model year was by far the worst model year when it comes to engine problems, so, if possible, try to avoid these. However, the 2022 model year has a …
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Cost of Injectors: $70ea, $280 in total for Genuine parts ($200 for aftermarket brand) Shop Repair Cost: ~$600-800 DIY Time: 2-3 hours. 2. 2.0T TSI Water Pump Failure. Water pumps are responsible for propelling water (coolant) through the engine system and radiator. Like fuel injectors, they are highly pressurized and subject to high levels of heat.
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A few Tiguans developed a rough timing chain after just 80,000 miles. Some owners were also quoted even higher repair costs to fix the engine – as much as $12,000. Many owners said that the engine stopped working with no prior warning. The good news is that the new Volkswagen Tiguan models show signs of improvement.
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See the Blue Book Fair Repair Price Range for 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan common auto repairs near you. We use 90+ years of pricing know-how to show you what you should expect to pay for auto repairs.
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May 31, 2016 . The plaintiffs say the problems happen well before 120,000 miles (the recommended time to repair them) and can cost upwards of $11,000 to fix. "The plaintiffs claim Audi and VW not only refused to acknowledge the alleged timing chain problems, but also refused to compensate certain owners for engine repairs. The lawsuit also alleges Audi and Volkswagen didn't offer loaner or …
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Are you having problems with the engine of your Volkswagen Tiguan? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Volkswagen Tiguan engine issues & faults. We have answered all of the most frequently asked questions relating to problems with the Volkswagen Tiguan engine.
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Whist the Tiguan is a comfortable car and fairly enjoyable to drive, it has major issues in my opinion with electrics and engine. No matter what the issue is, it always seems to cost £400 ...
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May 23, 2019 . One of the most common critical engine problems is the blown head gasket. If your Volkswagen Tiguan has blown its head gasket, you may find it running poorly or not at all. Below you’ll find the symptoms, causes, and price of a Volkswagen Tiguan head gasket. A head gasket’s job is to create a seal between the engine block and the head(s).
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May 17, 2018 . Joined May 17, 2018. ·. 1 Posts. #4 · May 17, 2018. On our 2010 Tiguan with 2.0 Turbo, had fault code P2015 and P2261 (details below). Our local VW dealer replaced the intake manifold, which was covered under warranty up to 120,000 mi. However also opted for the $375 carbon cleaning of the intake ports and valves, which was inexpensive since ...
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Sep 10, 2019 . Fuel issues are one of the most common reasons that a vehicle would stall out, that includes your Volkswagen Tiguan. Bad gas- can cause an engine to stall out. Water in the gas tank can also cause gas to not fire properly. If there were no other symptoms and suddenly you find that the vehicle is running very rough, bad gas could certainly be ...
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The second issue reported by Car Complaints is engine failure, which impacts the 2010 Tiguan most frequently. The average cost to fix engine failure is $ 3900. This issue seems to appear most often around 96,000 miles. The most common solutions for engine failure include:
The dealership blamed the owner for using aftermarket plugs. While the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has amassed the most complaints, the 2011 model is considered the worst due to the high cost of repairs and the low mileage at which most issues occur. Engine failure is the most common issue reported for the 2010 Tiguan.
Love and Hate. I bought the 2016 Tiguan S fwd in November 2015 (9months ago) as my first brand new car loved it at first but now I'm just okay with it. A few problems I've ran into is strictly with the dealership.
According to the settlement, only 25-45 percent of the repair cost would be covered in this case. The settlement also states that Volkswagen Tiguans with over 100,000 miles are not eligible for the extended warranty. To make matters worse, some owners missed the January 2019 deadline to file their claim.
Volkswagen recommends that when you head to the pump with your 2018 VW Tiguan you fill it up with high-quality premium fuel. With that being said, in this case it is a recommendation and not a requirement. You could choose to use regular fuel in its place.
Ultimately, the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan offers a sleek package that is extremely sporty for the segment along with a build quality and appeal that is far more premium than most of its competitors. Like its premium brother, the Porsche Cayenne, the Tiguan is not your usual crossover .
The 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan is a two- or three-row SUV that comes in six trim levels: S, SE, SEL, SEL R-Line, SEL Premium and SEL Premium R-Line. All Tiguans are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine (184 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque) that's connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission.