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2021 Volkswagen Tiguan

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

6

6 current

Combined

9.4L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,914

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2022382 · manufacturer campaign 91DV

20 July 2022

Transport Canada lists: Arteon 2021 · Atlas 2021–2022 · Golf 2021 · Gti 2021 · and 3 more

What is wrong

Under certain conditions, the rearview camera image may not appear on the center screen. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the infotainment software.

23,553 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2022170 · manufacturer campaign 66N5

6 April 2022

Transport Canada lists: Tiguan 2018–2022

What is wrong

This recall is for accessory rear hatch spoilers that were installed on a new vehicle or sold as an accessory part at a Volkswagen dealership. On certain vehicles, the rear spoiler might not be properly attached to the hatch. As a result, the spoiler could detach from the vehicle while driving.

Why it matters

A spoiler that detaches from the vehicle could create a hazard for other drivers and nearby people.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rear hatch spoiler.

38 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2022132 · manufacturer campaign 42L8

23 March 2022

Transport Canada lists: Taos 2022 · Tiguan 2021–2022

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rear suspension knuckles could crack and/or break. A rear knuckle that breaks while driving could cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability.

Why it matters

A loss of vehicle stability could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace one or both rear suspension knuckles.

3,582 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2021031 · manufacturer campaign 72L7

27 January 2021

Transport Canada lists: Jetta 2020 · Tiguan 2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the driver's seat frame may not have been properly welded. As a result, the seat frame could fail and move in a crash.

Why it matters

A seat frame that fails could cause an increased risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the driver's seat. The seat frame will be replaced, as necessary.

29 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2021014 · manufacturer campaign 47Q5

20 January 2021

Transport Canada lists: Golf 2020 · Jetta 2020 · Tiguan 2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a front brake hose may be too long and could rub against the steering mechanism. This can cause damage to the hose that could result in a brake fluid leak. If this happens, a driver may have reduced braking.

Why it matters

Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the front brake hose. It will be replaced, if necessary.

215 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2020556 · manufacturer campaign 91BB & 91BC

18 November 2020

Transport Canada lists: Arteon 2021 · Atlas 2021 · Golf 2021 · Gti 2021 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display or cause it to freeze. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the rearview camera software.

2,564 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Small
In its class
More efficient than 53% of 220 2021 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
219 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 6 recalls on record for the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
NRCan rates the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan at 9.4 L/100 km combined, emitting 219 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,914 in fuel, producing roughly 4,343 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.