2022 Volkswagen Tiguan power train problems
41 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle intermittently fails to accelerate normally from a stop, especially in hot weather and when the A/C is running. When pressing the accelerator, the vehicle can hesitate for an extended period before moving. In a recent incident recorded on video (reference attachment), I pressed the…”
filed Jul 2, 2026
“I am submitting this complaint regarding my Volkswagen vehicle because it has experienced two recurring defects during the warranty period that remain unresolved despite repeated repair attempts by the dealership. Issue 1 – Excessive Oil Consumption The vehicle has had a persistent excessive oil…”
filed Jun 25, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other Tiguan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tiguan | 4 | 18% |
| 2025 Tiguan | 4 | 9% |
| 2024 Tiguan | 4 | 7% |
| 2023 Tiguan | 7 | 12% |
| 2021 Tiguan | 11 | 8% |
| 2020 Tiguan | 5 | 4% |
| 2019 Tiguan | 17 | 9% |
| 2018 Tiguan | 49 | 18% |
| 2017 Tiguan | 5 | 7% |
| 2016 Tiguan | 3 | 3% |
| 2015 Tiguan | 2 | 3% |
| 2014 Tiguan | 1 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.