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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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3VV2B7AX3JM••••••2018 Volkswagen TIGUAN
This build draws 3.0× more complaints than the average 2018 Volkswagen TIGUAN build (13 vs 4).
13on this build
269on the model
62builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 4Structure 3Seat Belts 2Vehicle Speed Control 2
What owners of this build wrote
SuspensionJan 2026
This vehicle experienced a rear shock spring failure identical to the symptoms noted in VW recall 42i7. We paid out of pocket for the springs to be repaired, and VW corporate along with the dealer reported this VIN does not qualify for the recall. They are unable to tell me why…
Unknown Or OtherJun 2025
Coolant burst and started leaking. Unable to drive car. Radiator problem May be related to bad water pump. I see there was a recall
Air BagsJan 2025
Air Bag Warning Light
Electrical SystemAug 2022
The front passenger door locking system does not function properly. The door intermittently is unable to be unlocked or opened from the outside and must manually be opened from the inside. The door also intermittently doesn't lock. This is a safety concern for thieves. If in…
Power TrainOct 2019
Severe hesitation when trying to accelerate, most noticeable from a full or near stop. Pulling out quickly into moving traffic often results in moments of no acceleration at all. It can be frightening and potentially dangerous. A quick google search for "tiguan hesitation"…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3VV2B7AX3JM218828 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.