NHTSA has received 62 owner complaints about the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, or 23.2 per year on the road — fewer complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.55, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #46 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Volkswagen models its rate is 21% lower; against other Compact SUVs it is 63% lower.
Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count
Complaints filed between 2024-04-05 and 2026-08-28. Median delay from incident to filing: 25 days.
62Complaints
23.2Complaints per year on the road
0.55Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
2Recalls
9.7%Share involving a crash or fire
46Last 12 months
Analysis
The previous model year (2023) drew 16.3 complaints per year, fewer than this one. The following model year (2025) drew 27.5 per year, more than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2024 model collected 33 complaints, 53% lower than the average vehicle of the same model year.
The most common problem area is Engine (29.0% of complaints), followed by Electrical (25.8%) and Interior & equipment (19.4%). Within Engine reports, owners most often mention “oil consumption”, “low oil”, “consumption test”, “engine oil” and “smoke”. 6 reports (9.7%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Half of the reported incidents happened within 21 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was the second year (53% of incidents). In the last 12 months 46 new complaints were filed, versus 12 in the 12 months before — the pace is rising.
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for this model year. 26% of the complaints fall in component areas that a recall addresses.
Complaint index
vs. all tracked vehicles0.55
vs. other Volkswagen models0.79
vs. other 2024 models0.61
vs. other Compact SUVs0.37
Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (33)0.47
Car suddenly accelerates on its own and does not respond to breaks.
Brakes · 2026-04-04 · ODI 11729209 · Crash
Shortly after purchase, the vehicle began experiencing ongoing mechanical and electrical issues that required multiple repair attempts.
Engine · 2026-02-04 · ODI 11715560 · Fire
I own a 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan with approximately 72,441 miles. While traveling on the interstate, the vehicle displayed a “Check Oil Level” warning. I stopped and checked the engine oil dipstick, which came out completely dry.
Engine · 2026-08-28 · ODI 11760349
Catastrophic loss of throttle response and severe acceleration lag from a standstill under high ambient temperatures, presenting an immediate collision hazard.
Transmission / powertrain · 2026-08-26 · ODI 11759704
Following a recent Volkswagen software update, the 5F module on my 2024 VW Tiguan (VIN: [XXX], Mileage: 14,449) completely failed.
Electrical · 2026-08-26 · ODI 11759815
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE Campaign 26V321000 · 2026-05-20
Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Tiguan vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V082. 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."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91NF. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 27, 2026.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE Campaign 25V082000 · 2025-02-12
Summary: 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."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
No NHTSA investigation covers the tracked model years.
Frequently asked questions
How many complaints were filed for the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan?
62 complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, or about 23.2 per year on the road.
What is the most common problem reported for the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The most common category is Engine, accounting for 29.0% of complaints.
Does the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall(s) for this model year.
Is the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan still generating complaints?
In the last 12 months 46 new complaints were filed, versus 12 in the 12 months before — the pace is rising.
How does the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan compare with similar vehicles?
NHTSA has received 62 owner complaints about the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, or 23.2 per year on the road — fewer complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.55, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #46 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Volkswagen models its rate is 21% lower; against other Compact SUVs it is 63% lower.