The best first-generation Tiguan
The 2017 Tiguan drew about half the model average. Few repeat faults.
Updated November 2026 · based on 76 owner complaints and 4 recalls
162 40% below the Tiguan average
4 free to fix at a dealer
Every Tiguan year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Known problems on the 2017 Tiguan
Top problems and what they cost
Scattered complaints
No repeat fault stands out.
Fix: Diagnosis $100 to $200
Other
Recalls
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
In the event of a crash, if the air bags and/or the seat belt pretensioners do not inflate or function properly, the vehicle occupants have an increased risk...
In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of injury, crash, or fire.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan
- Ask for timing chain records.Knocking, ticking or rattling from the engine, especially when cold, can mean worn bearings, lifters or a stretched timing chain. These are engine-out repairs costing thousands.15 of the 76 owner complaints about the 2017 Tiguan involve the engine (20%).
Questions
Is the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?
The best first-generation Tiguan. The 2017 Tiguan drew about half the model average. Few repeat faults.
How many recalls does the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
4 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Volkswagen dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan problems?
Scattered complaints.
Crash rating shown for the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV AWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.