What is the overall risk grade for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan?

The 2016 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan has a risk grade of F. This grade is calculated from 2 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).

How many safety recalls does the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan have?

The 2016 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan has 2 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.

What is the most severe recall for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan?

The most severe recall for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan is classified as high. This indicates a serious safety concern that should be addressed promptly.

Is the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan safe to drive?

The 2016 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan has 2 open safety recalls. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

2016 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan

2 recalls Risk Grade: F Most severe issue: High Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Component

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

What Happened

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.

Risk if Unfixed

Deactivated air bags increases the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.

Free Fix

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Z5.

View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Component

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

What Happened

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 CC vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 3, 2016, Golf R and Tiguan vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 28, 2016, and e-Golf vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 11, 2016. Vibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage, allowing a child to open a rear door while inside the vehicle.

Risk if Unfixed

If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.

Free Fix

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the child lock(s), free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 58C9.

View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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