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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Recalls

3 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Jul 21, 2014

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Volkswagen Tiguan average of 3.7 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Fuel System, Gasoline, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 14V441000

Fuel System, Gasoline

Manufacturer: Volkswagen of America, Inc.

Reported Jul 21, 2014

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 to June 2014. When using winterized fuel, in certain conditions bubbles may form in the fuel system which could result in the vehicle stalling.

Safety consequence

A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to increase the fuel pump pressure, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24AV/2W.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 13V569000

Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses And Circuit Breakers

Manufacturer: Volkswagen of America, Inc.

Reported Nov 22, 2013

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 through June 2011. Due to a problem with the fuse for the exterior lights, the holder for the fuse that controls the vehicle's exterior lights circuit may melt.

Safety consequence

If the holder melts, there may be a partial loss of exterior lighting. Reduced vehicle illumination diminishes the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 97Z9/2V.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 08V235000

Engine And Engine Cooling

Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC

Reported May 28, 2008

What is recalled

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 4,079 MY 2008 PASSAT AND 2,500 MY 2009 TIGUAN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0T FSI ULEV II ENGINES. THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) CONTAINING SOFTWARE THAT MAY NOT PROPERLY CONTROL ENGINE IDLE WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING TURNED ON. IN RARE CASES, THE ECM MAY UNEXPECTEDLY INCREASE ENGINE RPM.

Safety consequence

AN ENGINE SURGE CAUSED BY AN UNEXPECTED INCREASE IN ENGINE RPM MAY SURPRISE THE VEHICLE OPERATOR AND CAN RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND UPDATE THE ECM SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-893-5298.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan recall questions

How many recalls does the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan have?

This verified dataset contains 3 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology