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3VV2B7AX6JM••••••2018 Volkswagen TIGUAN
This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2018 Volkswagen TIGUAN build (8 vs 5).
8on this build
279on the model
62builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedElectrical System 2Exterior Lighting 2Structure 1Power Train 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemfireAug 2018
The contact owned a 2018 volkswagen tiguan. While driving 50 mph, smoke and flames were seen coming from the dashboard. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over to the shoulder. The fire department was contacted to extinguish the fire, but the vehicle was completely burnt…
TetherAug 2026
I discovered a potential safety defect while inspecting and preparing my Graco Turn2Me child restraint for eventual forward-facing use. The seat is Model 2170122, manufactured 08/26/2024. The physical SnugLock/LATCH configuration of my seat appears inconsistent with Graco’s…
Exterior LightingSep 2022
The light of the roof inside. Mainly problem of a lot of cars !
Service BrakesDec 2019
I purchased the car brand new iat the end of 2018. At the end of 2019 the car now needs new brakes and has less than 19,000 miles. The car shakes when you break. The dealership stated usually brakes and rotors last 30,000 and cited "common causes" for needing new breaks. The…
StructureMar 2018
There was a loud, continuous "clicking" noise coming from the driver's side all along where the roofline meets the side panels. This is from a structural defect due to a lack of welding in those areas. While in for inspection, I was loaned three additional tiguans and they all…
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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 3VV2B7AX6JM121008 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.