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2020 Volkswagen Tiguan recall campaigns

3 model-year recall campaigns were returned for the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Methodology: recall and complaint counts are pulled from NHTSA public data by make, model, and model year during the site build. This page is not a VIN-specific open-recall status.

Data sources: NHTSA recalls retrieved: 2026-09-09 (cache). Complaints retrieved: 2026-09-09 (cache). These are automated source snapshots; confirm current VIN applicability with NHTSA and the manufacturer.

3 Recall campaigns
139 Complaints
0 Fire reports
5 Crash reports

Recall campaign details

Recall SEATS #20V505000 Reported 26/08/2020

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen ) is recalling certain 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Jetta, Jetta GLI and Tiguan and Audi Q5 and SQ5 and 2021 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. Parts of the front seat frame and backrest adjuster may not have been welded properly.

Risk

In the event of a rear-end crash, the backrest adjustment could break, possibly reducing the amount of occupant restraint, thus increasing risk of injury.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats, and, as necessary, replace the seatback frames, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2020. Volkswagen owners may contact their customer service at 1-888-241-2289. Audi owners may contact their customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72L1, 72K8, and 72K9.

Recall SEAT BELTS #20V579000 Reported 23/09/2020

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Tiguan LWB vehicles. The third row seat belt anchor bolts may not have been properly torqued.

Risk

Improperly torqued bolts may prevent the third row seat belt from performing as designed in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners and will repurchase the vehicles. Owners are advised: No one should occupy the third row seat due to the safety risk. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen number for this recall is 69BA.

Recall STRUCTURE:BODY #22V226000 Reported 06/04/2022

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. Due to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hatch spoiler may be insufficiently attached to the vehicle.

Risk

An insufficiently attached spoiler may separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N5.

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What owners complain about

Top components in 139 NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. Owner reports are not confirmed defect findings.

UNKNOWN OR OTHER 35
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 33
ENGINE 13
STRUCTURE 11
SERVICE BRAKES 8
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 6
POWER TRAIN 5
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 4

Frequently asked

How many recalls does the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan have?

3 model-year recall campaigns were returned for the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Do I have to pay to fix a Volkswagen recall?

Safety recall remedies are generally provided without charge for eligible affected vehicles. Eligibility and remedy availability depend on the campaign, including vehicle-age rules. Contact the manufacturer or an authorized dealer with your VIN to confirm coverage and next steps.

Is this recall list specific to my VIN?

This page lists campaigns for the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan model year. It does not confirm whether your VIN is affected or whether a repair is still needed. Use the official NHTSA VIN lookup at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls or contact Volkswagen. Recent and some older recalls may not appear in the VIN tool.

2020 Volkswagen Tiguan crash ratings All recalls

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