2020 Volkswagen Tiguan TSBs

514 manufacturer communications for the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 2020 Tiguan problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

514Communications
3Campaigns & extensions

What the bulletins cover

Engine149 bulletins
Electrical114 bulletins
Body & structure24 bulletins
Brakes & stability20 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain20 bulletins
Suspension16 bulletins

Warranty extensions, campaigns & software updates

Worth checking your VIN against — these can mean free or reimbursed work if your vehicle qualifies.

Warranty extension VWP-24-09 November 14, 2024 Warranty extension

Volkswagen Warranty has extended the coverage for the overhead console on 2019-2022 Tiguan Vehicles for 2 years 24,000 from the expiration of NVLW

Driver assistance AEB FAQ May 15, 2024 Warranty extension

These documents are for the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Limited Warranty Extension as part of the Class Action Settlement

Driver assistance VWP-24-04 May 15, 2024 Warranty extension

These documents are for the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Limited Warranty Extension as part of the Class Action Settlement

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 514 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.

Electrical VOS-26-42 July 15, 2026

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: DA 0019 - Hotfix 12-V battery test(s) – No battery diagnosis - Inconclusive test result.

Engine V1718062017813_24 July 9, 2026

Oil Consumption Measurement and Electronic Oil Consumption Measurement

Engine TT 10-18-02_2 June 18, 2026

Lubricating engine components before reassembly.

Engine TT 13-20-01_3 June 18, 2026

Instruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.

Airbags V6919012010479_17 June 11, 2026

Inquiries

Engine V1719012012855_81 June 4, 2026

Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards

Service bulletin V0026012081638_1 May 19, 2026

Difference between Component fluid leakage and seepage

Electrical V9419012011521_21 March 30, 2026

Moisture Accumulation

Engine VOS-26-21 March 27, 2026

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial operation, software configuration, SVM…

Service bulletin V0018092053065_6 March 25, 2026

Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting

Driver assistance V4521012062957_7 March 25, 2026

customer reports that the vehicle performed an unwarranted Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB).

Service bulletin V9422022066761_4 March 19, 2026

Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors

Electrical VOS-26-15 March 6, 2026

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct multiple test plans: All basic settings test for the following components - Fill and bleed cooling system…

Service bulletin V5515032021354_9 March 5, 2026

Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color

Airbags DC_VW_CF_Airbag March 2, 2026

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent warning regarding counterfeit replacement airbag inflators that are being installed in used vehicles.

Suspension SM 04-2026 February 13, 2026

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.

Steering V4826012080200_1 January 20, 2026

Assessment of Damage to steering wheel leather

Electrical VOS-26-01 January 6, 2026

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct a test that is not reading any information from the battery data module (BDM) and will output:

Electrical V2715032016076_13 December 8, 2025

Diagnosis for Excessive Current Draw.

Electrical V9124052074273_6 November 20, 2025

A "How To" activate Car Net® 2.0 - Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit -J949-Vehicle is Offline (Not Connected)

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Data updated 2026-08-20 from NHTSA's public records

Every number on this page is a count of records in the federal complaint, recall, and investigation files published by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. Check any specific vehicle's open recalls by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.