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Buying a used 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan? Check these 3 recalls first
The 2020 Tiguan has 3 recalls in this group, covering loose third-row seat belt anchor bolts, rear spoiler detachment, and defective front seat frame welds. Seating hardware and spoiler attachment are the specific recall concerns. The 139 NHTSA owner complaints are unverified reports; listed areas include unknown or other with 51, electrical system with 33, engine with 25, and structure with 16. Seller records should distinguish recall work from repairs addressing reported symptoms.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify third-row seat belt anchor bolt recall completion.
- Obtain front seat frame and rear spoiler recall records.
- Ask about electrical faults, engine symptoms, and structural repairs.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Volkswagen dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Tiguan Third-Row Seat Belt Anchor Bolts Loose | Seat Belts | high |
| Volkswagen Tiguan Rear Spoiler May Detach | Structure | high |
| Audi, VW Front Seat Frame Weld Defect | Seats | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
139 complaints filed for this model year, including 5 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 7 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 33 | None found |
| Engine | 25 | None found |
| Structure | 16 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 16 | None found |
| Brakes | 11 | None found |
| Visibility And Wipers | 10 | None found |