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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 26 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 25 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

Similar activity

Recall counts are similar.

More complaint activity

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan

may cost less to fuel.

Short answer: Tiguan has more complaint activity, Tiguan has more severity reports and Tiguan has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Difference
Total recalls 5 5 Similar
Total complaints 230 121 Tiguan has 109 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 3 / 0 / 5 / 0 2 / 0 / 2 / 0 Tiguan has 4 more severity reports
Defect investigations 0 0 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 436 477 Tiguan has 41 more communications
Recall completion reports 36 40 Tiguan has 4 more reports
Warranty programs 4 3 Tiguan has 1 more warranty programs
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Feb 12, 2025 Jul 20, 2022 Tiguan has newer activity
Latest complaint May 30, 2026 May 30, 2026 Similar
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Engine
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Electrical System
  • Engine
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Structure
 Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 26 combined MPG 25 combined MPG Different
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,300 $2,400 Tiguan about $100 less
Safety-rating records 2 2 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and unknown or other repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2021 Volkswagen Tiguan

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and unknown or other repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories

2021 Volkswagen Tiguan

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Structure: water leaks, body repairs, doors, corrosion

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

Learn what a VIN check can and cannot show