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2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan has 5 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan

Other
38
Electrical
28
Engine
15
Structure
9
Brakes
8
Powertrain
5
Lights
4
Seat Belts
3
Visibility
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 8, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Feb 14, 2024POWER TRAINThe car was jerking due to a faulty transmission sensor. VW instructed the dealership to clean and r...
Apr 14, 2023POWER TRAIN,BACK OVER PREVENTIONTransmission shifts hard while going up and down. The traffic back assist will alert when not moving...
Apr 6, 2023POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLThe contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the v...
Nov 1, 2021POWER TRAIN,ENGINEERC code popped up on Dashboard while driving in 2021 and the vehicle wouldn't go over 30 mph. Took ...
Aug 5, 2020POWER TRAIN,ENGINEThere is a major lag in acceleration. It happens randomly so taking to a dealership won’t help becau...

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