- Engine / equipment
- VW Tiguan I diesel (2.0 TDI)
- Period mentioned
- 2007–2016
- Symptoms
- Springs, dampers and axle mounts a recurring theme, worn brake discs, timing chain (2008–2009 cars), EGR (2011), ignition lock (2008) and jerky DSG pull-away.
- Possible cause described
- According to the ADAC, the Tiguan does well in the breakdown statistics in most years (2008 and 2012 are average). In the German roadworthiness test springs, dampers and axle mounts are a constant theme; badly worn discs point more to poor maintenance. It recommends the adaptive chassis (DCC) for comfort.
- Check for the garage
- Check springs, dampers and mounts; on a 2008–2009 car ask for the chain to be looked at and ask by VIN about the air heater and starter recalls.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
KNOWN FAULT · Volkswagen
Weak points of the Tiguan I diesel according to the ADAC: suspension, chain, EGR and DSG pull-away
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How much does it cost to repair this fault?
No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.
A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Calculate estimateHow is it checked?
Check springs, dampers and mounts; on a 2008–2009 car ask for the chain to be looked at and ask by VIN about the air heater and starter recalls.
What are the symptoms?
Springs, dampers and axle mounts a recurring theme, worn brake discs, timing chain (2008–2009 cars), EGR (2011), ignition lock (2008) and jerky DSG pull-away.
Which cars and years does it affect?
- Brands
- Volkswagen
- Engine / equipment
- VW Tiguan I diesel (2.0 TDI)
- Period mentioned
- 2007–2016
Taking it to a garage?
Models with this entry
- Volkswagen Tiguan I2007–2016
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