| Issue ID | 1545393 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11185882 |
| Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
| Model | TIGUAN |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 26/02/19 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | These engines are susceptible to carbon build-up, which make them run extremely rough, jerk, misfire, and overall cannot get up to speed when cold. This is dangerous, a waste since mpg falls drastically, and could result an accident. Over normal wear at 70,000 miles, my tiguan needed a manual carbon build-up removal from the engine cylinders. This service cost over $1,200 from the dealer, which is obviously caused by a manufacture/engineering defect! This problem is well known online from other vw owners and the dealers, as the service advisers know right away when you describe the symptoms. Please, help! |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 72000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | YORK SPRINGS, PA |
| VIN pattern | WVGBV7AX8FWXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 15 |
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