Volkswagen Tiguan First generation (5N) - Facelift (2012 - 2017)



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First generation (5N) - Facelift of Volkswagen Tiguan has been in production since 2012 by 2017.

In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. First generation (5N) - Facelift is longer than the previous generation by 0.2 inches , is lower by 0.7 inches. The weight of the car has decreased by 36 lbs.

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Volkswagen Tiguan First generation (5N) - Facelift dimensions and specs


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First generation (5N) - Facelift
Body style SUV, Crossover
Engine options 2.0L TSI, 2.0L I-4, 200 HP, 207 lb/ft
Transmission 6-spd w/OD
Drive type front-wheel, 4MOTION all wheel
Length 174.50 in
Width 71.20 in
Height 65.6 - 67.1 in
Wheelbase 102.50 in
Curb weight 3397 - 3591 lbs
Number of doors 4
Seating capacity 5
Front Headroom 39.10 in
Rear Headroom 39.00 in
Front shoulder room 56.20 in
Rear shoulder room 55.00 in
Fuel tank capacity 16.8 - 16.9 gal
MPG (City/Highway) 18 - 22/26 - 27
Payload capacity 1149 - 1352 lb
Towing capacity 2200 lbs
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph 7.9 - 8.5 sec
¼ mile time 16.2 - 16.4 sec

Volkswagen Tiguan Common Problems generations


Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Volkswagen Tiguan First generation (5N) - Facelift production period from 2012 to 2017 drivers have reported 311 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Model Year Complaints
2017 Tiguan
17
2016 Tiguan
28
2015 Tiguan
25
2014 Tiguan
42
2013 Tiguan
84
2012 Tiguan
115

Problem Category Number of Problems
AIR BAGS
takata recall - driver's side air bag stopped working the horn stopped working while i was driving. i found out...
102
~ 47432 miles
ENGINE
when i got into my 2014 tiguan the check engine light was on. since the car is only 5 months...
67
~ 51180 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
on april 15 2014 i was at a gas station waiting to pull into an available pump with the car...
64
~ 44103 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
takata recall - driver's side air bag stopped working the horn stopped working while i was driving. i found out...
49
~ 37572 miles
STEERING
i was driving home on interstate car suddenly displays steering wheel malfunction indicator and wheel locks. i was barely able...
47
~ 47427 miles
SERVICE BRAKES
i drive my new car on the highway to the brakes twice i stepped on the brake but the brake...
24
~ 25216 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2014 volkswagen tiguan. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v441000 (fuel system gasoline)...
21
~ 37767 miles
POWER TRAIN
there are 2 separate incidents. first incident approx. nov. 26. proceeding up a steep hill when the car suddenly decelerated....
14
~ 19335 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE
front driver's outer door handle does not open door. interior handle still works. then if you try to open the
11
~ 29203 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
while the car is in motion with cruise control active pressing the "set/-" switch is supposed to decrease the vehicle...
11
~ 27234 miles
SEAT BELTS
after taking car to vw dealer i received these repair estimates: air bag control module needs to be replaced...seat belt...
10
~ 29700 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
driving in cold weather and slow enough speed the electronic stabilization control light went on indicating esc failure. the steering
9
~ 34994 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER
on december 7th 2018 i was driving about 65 mph when i heard an explosion load enough to make my...
6
~ 13949 miles
DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2014 volkswagen tiguan. while driving various speeds the air bag indicator illuminated and an "air...
6
~ 65560 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
vehicle cut out and engine died. sometimes the epc light is illuminated other times it is simply a loss of
6
~ 18236 miles
SUSPENSION
both front and rear coil springs broke from secure position creating a safety hazard as spring could come in contact...
5
~ 45500 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY
tl* the contact owns a 2014 volkswagen tiguan. while driving approximately 65 mph the moon roof suddenly exploded and glass...
5
~ 35800 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
when you switch on the ignition to go. driver side low beam light keeps coming on and off on my
5
~ 7002 miles
WHEELS
on 5/3/12 @ 12 000 miles i was slowing @ a yield (10mph) and my transfer case fell on my...
3
~ 26733 miles
SEATS
the passenger seat burnt my butt from the seat heater it took my skin off my buttocks and vehicle was
2
~ 26000 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
the locking mechanism for the gas door stopped working properly and the door remains unlocked with the door popped open...
2
~ 49818 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
while slowly rolling to a stop the brakes locked up and did not engage. i had to apply severe force...
2
~ 17465 miles
OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION > SENSOR > AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2012 volkswagen tiguan. while driving at an unknown speed the passenger side air bag warning...
1
~ 72000 miles
FRONT PASSENGER > OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION > SENSOR
tl* the contact owns a 2012 volkswagen tiguan. while driving at an unknown speed the passenger side air bag warning...
1
~ 72000 miles
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2013 volkswagen tiguan. the contact stated that the horn failed to operate when depressed. the...
1
~ 100000 miles
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
vehicle sporadically unresponsive in traffic while in any forward drive selection of automatic transmission. particularly hazardous while changing lanes in...
1
~ 24000 miles
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT
i have had to have the seatbelt replaced twice in the last month on my new vw tiguan. the female...
1
CAMERA SYSTEM > BACK OVER PREVENTION
tl* the contact owns a 2014 volkswagen tiguan. the contact stated that every time the vehicle was engaged into reverse...
1
~ 20000 miles
STRUCTURE
exterior paint bad discoloration. called manufacturer they told me nothing they can do for me. my vehicle is <2 years
1
~ 20000 miles
TIRES
my wife was driving. shortly after getting on the interstate her rear driver side tire blew out (the whole rim...
1
~ 20000 miles
PARKING BRAKE
i am a state trooper who investigated a crash. the vehicle in question was involved in the crash. the vehicle...
1
~ 5000 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl* the contact owns a 2012 volkswagen tiguan. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph and attempting a right...
1
~ 100 miles
DRIVESHAFT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN
on 5/3/12 @ 12 000 miles i was slowing @ a yield (10mph) and my transfer case fell on my...
1
~ 12000 miles
TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) > POWER TRAIN
on 5/3/12 @ 12 000 miles i was slowing @ a yield (10mph) and my transfer case fell on my...
1
~ 12000 miles

How to improve the appearance of your Volkswagen Tiguan and to make it look younger?


Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Volkswagen Tiguan to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.

However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.

Body kits

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Fender flares

  • EZ Flares – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 1-Inch Fender Flares

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  • EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 2-Inch Fender Flares

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    • MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip,Bumper Shield Retainer Clip Assortment 6506007AA 68039280-AA 6030441 for Jeep Wrangler Chrysler Ford GMC [60 Pcs] + Bonus Fastener Remover

    GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...

    • 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
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  • Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Flare Moulding Clips - Compatible with: Chrysler, Jeep - Wrangler, Liberty - Replaces OEM #: 55157055-AA, 55157065-AA, 68039280-AA

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  • 50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim Fastener, Fender Flare Retainer Clips Compatible with 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, RAV4, Tacoma - Replace OEM: 75495-35010 75397-35010

    50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...

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  • A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash Guards Mud Flaps Mudflaps Mudguard Fender Flares for Car Pickup Truck SUV with Hardware Front and Rear

    A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...

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Rims

  • All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips for Curb Rash Prevention – Universal Fit (Black)

    All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...

    • Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
    • 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
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  • Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center Caps 4.25 Inch Stainless Steel Push Through Center Caps Car Trailer Wheel Center Caps for Truck Auto Wheels and Rims, Silver

    Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...

    • Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
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  • TOUREN TR60 Full Matte Black Wheel (17 x 7.5 inches /5 x 72 mm, 42 mm Offset)

    TOUREN TR60 Full Matte Black Wheel (17 x...

    • Touren Employs The Most Advanced Engineering In All Of Our Wheels
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  • VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Luminous Skull Tire Air Valves Stem Caps,Night Glow Luminous Wheels Cap Tire Valve Stem,Tire Valve Caps Wheel Rim Dust Cover for Car Truck Motorcycles SUVs (Red)

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  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(BLACK)

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  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(silver)

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Coilovers

  • Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotive Floor mat (Mats Color 19)

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  • R9-HS2-033_9 compatible with Volkswagen Tiguan (5N) 2009-17 Hyper-Street II Coilovers Kit w/ 32-Way Damping Force Adjustment Lowering Kit by Rev9, 32 Damping Level Adjustment

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    • Compatible With Volkswagen Tiguan FWD (5N) 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017; **Min. Drop is 2 Inch From Factory Ride Height
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  • Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light Strobe Tail Light Strobe Brake Flasher LED Flash Module Flash Strobe Controller for Motorcycles Cars Trucks Brake Light Tail Stop Light 12-30 V (4 Pieces)

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    • What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
  • Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6'-9' Front Bumper Lip Splitter Diffuser Strut Rod Tie Bars Compatible with Most Vehicles [Silver]

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  • Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Protector Body Kit with Adjustable 10'-13' Support Splitter Rod Compatible with Honda Accord Civic, Volkswagen MK5 MK6 MK7, Black w/White

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    • 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
    • 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
  • IKON MOTORSPORTS, Compatible with 66'-71' Width Car, Adjustable A Style Front Bumper Lip Chin Splitter Spoiler Air Dam Gloss Black 3PCS

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Decals

  • 24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker Large Funny Bandage Vinyl Decal for Car Truck Vehicle Window Funny Decals Automotive Decals

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