The Lemon Index2014 Volkswagen Tiguan.
The 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan is better than average by owner complaints: 15 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 50, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about airbags, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 21 to 23 mpg combined. It's the best Volkswagen Tiguan year we track.
Better than average. 2× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2018
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 84 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Volkswagen Tiguan year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 26K to 75K miles on the car (47 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- airbags complaints mostly came at 37K–64K miles
Recalls 3
- unknown or other 2018
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.
- airbags 2015
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.
- fuel system, gasoline 2014
When using winterized fuel, in certain conditions bubbles may form in the fuel system which could result in the vehicle stalling.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Volkswagen told dealers about
Volkswagen sent dealers 1002 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Some consumers may complain that the steering is stiff
- Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning Blows Warm, Compressor-Condenser Refrigerant Line): The…
- Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning Blows Warm, Compressor-Condenser Refrigerant Hose): The…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenAir bag clockspring failure2018
- ClosedAir bag clockspring failure2017–2018
- ClosedAir bag clockspring failure2015
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Tiguan SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Volkswagen Tiguan SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3450–3800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 2× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 50; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are airbags (47%), steering (20%) and engine (13%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
3 safety recalls (latest: unknown or other). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
21 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 26,000 and 75,000 miles. The middle report was at 50,000 miles, from 47 complaints.
Does the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan cost in fuel a year?
About $3450 to $3800 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
2.0L 4-cyl.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works