2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Common Problems

Known issues & solutions
Model Years:
Problem:

A faulty condenser may have been fitted inside the airbag control unit.

The faulty condenser can result in either of the following consequences

Solution:

Volkswagen will contact affected consumers to organise repairs of affected vehicles, free of charge.

Owners of affected vehicles can also contact the Volkswagen Recall Campaign Hotline on 1800 504 076 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am-8pm AEST) or visit https://au.volkswagen.com.au/find-dealer/ to arrange a repair.

Models affected:
  • 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 118 TSI (4X2) 5NC MY16
  • 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 118 TSI (4X2) 5NC MY16
  • 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 132 TSI (4X4) 5NC MY16
  • 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 155 TSI R-Line (4X4) 5NC MY16
  • 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 110 TSI Trendline 5NA
  • 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 110 TSI Comfortline 5NA
  • 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 132 TSI Comfortline 5NA
  • 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 110 TDI Comfortline 5NA