How common are electrical problems in the 2014 VW Tiguan?

NHTSA shows 22 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Tiguan, which is 26% of the 84 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Tiguan's electrical/clock spring issue?

NHTSA data lists no related recall for this component on the 2014 Tiguan, though several owners describe symptoms similar to clock spring recalls issued on other Volkswagen model years.

At what mileage do 2014 Tiguan electrical problems usually show up?

NHTSA's median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2014 Tiguan is 46,000 miles.

What exactly fails in the steering wheel electrical system?

Owner complaints describe a failing clock spring in the steering column that disables the horn, steering wheel controls, and driver airbag, often preceded by a clicking noise when turning.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to this issue?

NHTSA records 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among the 22 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Tiguan.

2014 Volkswagen Tiguan Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 22 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan, 26% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 46,000 miles. No related recall is listed in NHTSA data despite many owners describing a clock spring/airbag issue.

Electrical System complaints: 22; 26% of 84
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 46,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners describe a clicking or ticking noise from the steering column when turning the wheel, followed by the airbag warning light turning on.
Once the clicking starts, the horn and steering wheel controls (volume, phone, cruise) stop functioning.
Several owners report the driver airbag itself becomes inoperative after the clock spring in the steering column fails.
Some owners say VW dealers told them their vehicle was not covered under the Takata-related clock spring recall despite matching symptoms.
One owner reported a keyfob failure that left a rear passenger door unable to lock, requiring the internal lock instead.
A few owners had the clock spring replaced under warranty only to have it fail again years later.

When 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 21, 2014, latest Feb 27, 2025.

22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2014 to Feb 2025; peak Sep 2022 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Tiguan model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200942 (25%)
201033 (30%)
201164 (40%)
201224 (16%)
201336 (26%)
201422 (26%)
201523 (37%)
201627 (28%)
201713 (17%)
201857 (20%)
201961 (32%)
202039 (28%)
202129 (21%)
202264 (24%)
202311 (17%)
202424 (35%)
202515 (31%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2014 VW Tiguan?: NHTSA shows 22 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Tiguan, which is 26% of the 84 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Tiguan's electrical/clock spring issue?: NHTSA data lists no related recall for this component on the 2014 Tiguan, though several owners describe symptoms similar to clock spring recalls issued on other Volkswagen model years.
At what mileage do 2014 Tiguan electrical problems usually show up?: NHTSA's median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2014 Tiguan is 46,000 miles.
What exactly fails in the steering wheel electrical system?: Owner complaints describe a failing clock spring in the steering column that disables the horn, steering wheel controls, and driver airbag, often preceded by a clicking noise when turning.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to this issue?: NHTSA records 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among the 22 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Tiguan.