2021-2022 VW Tiguan Rear Hatch Spoiler Recall
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) has issued a recall for certain 2021-2022 Tiguan vehicles. The accessory rear hatch spoiler may be insufficiently attached, posing a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the spoiler free of charge.
Also applies to
- Volkswagen Tiguan
- 2021
Why This Matters
An improperly installed accessory rear hatch spoiler poses a significant safety risk. If the spoiler detaches from the vehicle while driving, it can become a dangerous road hazard for other motorists. This increases the risk of a crash for anyone on the road.
What's Being Recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. The issue stems from incorrect installation instructions, which can lead to the accessory rear hatch spoiler being insufficiently attached to the vehicle body. This recall specifically addresses the potential for the spoiler to separate.
Manufacturer's Remedy
Volkswagen dealers will replace the accessory rear hatch spoiler on affected vehicles. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. The manufacturer aims to ensure all spoilers are securely fastened to prevent detachment.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
Owner notification letters were mailed on June 3, 2022. If you own a 2021-2022 Volkswagen Tiguan, you should have received a letter regarding this recall. Owners can contact Volkswagen customer service directly at 1-800-893-5298 for more information. Volkswagen's internal number for this recall is 66N5. You can also visit the NHTSA website at www.nhtsa.gov and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to confirm if your vehicle is part of this 2022 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan recall. This 2022 VOLKSWAGEN Tiguan recall is important for your safety and the safety of others on the road.
Source: NHTSA ID: 22V226000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the issue with the 2021-2022 Volkswagen Tiguan spoiler?
- The accessory rear hatch spoiler on certain 2021-2022 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles may have been insufficiently attached due to incorrect installation instructions, increasing the risk of detachment.
- What is the recall number for this Volkswagen Tiguan spoiler issue?
- The NHTSA recall number is 22V226000, and Volkswagen's internal number for this recall is 66N5.
- How will Volkswagen fix the rear hatch spoiler?
- Volkswagen dealers will replace the accessory rear hatch spoiler free of charge to ensure it is properly secured, addressing the STRUCTURE:BODY component issue.
- What is the risk if the spoiler detaches?
- An insufficiently attached spoiler that detaches from the vehicle can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash for other drivers.
What Volkswagen Tiguan owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 18 model years.
- 2,339
- Owner complaints
- 39
- Recalls
- 2,476
- Service bulletins
- 65
- Crashes reported
- 26
- Fires reported
- 59
- Injuries reported
The 2022 model year
274 complaints, the 2nd most of 18 model years on file. Owners reported 3 crashes, 1 fire and 5 injuries for this year, which also has 5 recalls on file.
Structure, the system this article covers, accounts for 115 of 2,339 complaints (5%), including 3 for 2022.
Complaints by model year
| 2009 | 168 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 110 | |
| 2011 | 162 | |
| 2012 | 153 | |
| 2013 | 140 | |
| 2018 | 288 | |
| 2019 | 196 | |
| 2020 | 141 | |
| 2021 | 144 | |
| 2022 | 274 |
Most-reported systems
- Engine — 710
- Electrical System — 555
- Air Bags — 319
- Power Train — 211
- Steering — 196
Latest recalls for the 2022 model year
- 25V082000 — Back Over Prevention (Feb 2025)
- 22V514000 — Back Over Prevention (Jul 2022)
- 22V226000 — Structure (Apr 2022)
Recent owner reports about structure
Read owner complaints →Rear sunroof glass spontaneously shattered while driving, no rock struck the glass.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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