NHTSA model-year recall report

2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Recalls

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

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Urgent advisories

Jul 17, 2019

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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 Air Bags › Air Bag / Restraint Control Module, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 19V535000

Air Bags › Air Bag / Restraint Control Module

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jul 17, 2019

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

Deactivated air bags increases the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

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

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V464000

Latches / Locks / Linkages

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jun 24, 2016

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

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

Campaign details

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2016 Volkswagen Tiguan recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2016 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