2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Recalls
2 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan — components, risks, and free remedies, plus how to check your exact VIN.
The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan has 2 safety recalls recorded in the U.S. NHTSA database affecting the air bags, latches/locks/linkages. Safety-recall repairs are carried out free of charge by franchised Volkswagen dealers, regardless of the vehicle's age or warranty status. Enter your 17-character VIN to confirm which of these apply to your exact vehicle and whether the remedy has already been performed.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan recalls (NHTSA)
| Campaign # | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
19V535000 |
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE | 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. | 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. |
16V464000 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 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. | 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. |
Source: U.S. NHTSA recalls database. Recalls apply to specific build dates/batches — decode your VIN to confirm which apply to your exact vehicle. Last updated .
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Decode your 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan's 17-character VIN to see which recalls apply to your exact vehicle, plus 100+ specs and a PDF.
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How do I check if my 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan has an open recall?
NHTSA tracks recalls by VIN, because a recall usually applies only to specific production dates and component batches — not every 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. Decode your 17-character VIN on VinSnap (or NHTSA's own VIN lookup) to see exactly which recalls apply to your vehicle and whether the free remedy has already been completed.
Are recall repairs free on a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Yes. Under U.S. law, safety-recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised Volkswagen dealers, regardless of the vehicle's age, mileage, or warranty status. You should not be charged for parts or labour on an open safety recall.
What should I do if my 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan has an open safety recall?
Contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer with your VIN and book the free recall repair. If the recall is marked "Park It" or "Park Outside", follow that guidance immediately. Keep your contact details current with the manufacturer so recall notices reach you.