2013 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 3 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls, newest first
May 16, 2018Unknown Or OtherVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012 to 2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012 to 2016 CC, 2015 to 2016 e Golf, 2011 to 2015 Touareg, 2012 to 2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011 to 2016 Golf and 2011 to 2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Risk: If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298.
NHTSA campaign 18V329000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Aug 4, 2015Air Bags, FrontalVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010 to 2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010 to 2013 Eos, 2011 to 2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012 to 2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag powered while the steering wheel is being turned. This contamination may tear the cable and result in a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.
Risk: A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off. If the airbag light is on and the steering wheel clock spring requires replacement, dealers will install a new steering wheel clock spring. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 822 8987.
NHTSA campaign 15V483000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Jul 21, 2014Fuel System, GasolineVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009 to 2014 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 to June 2014. When using winterized fuel, in certain conditions bubbles may form in the fuel system which could result in the vehicle stalling.
Risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to increase the fuel pump pressure, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 822 8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24AV/2W.
NHTSA campaign 14V441000 · Volkswagen of America, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.