European crossovers are often practical, well-thought-out and very well-tuned vehicles. But, alas, they also have technical problems, and some models have a whole collection of them. We have compiled a list of the 5 most unreliable SUVs from the EU, produced from 2000 to the mid-2010s.
Volkswagen Tiguan
Main problems: corrosion, capricious gasoline turbo engines and a problematic robotic gearbox.
When buying a used first-generation Tiguan, you should be prepared for its characteristic problems. And body problems are far from the last among them. Paint often peels off along the edge of the hood and the front of the roof, and corrosion often hides under the windshield molding. Particular attention should be paid to the joints between the fenders and bumpers, as dirt and moisture accumulate there. The rear arches under the door seals and the niche for the license plate on the trunk lid are also problem areas. Don't be surprised if you find brown spots around the roof rail posts.
Technically, the Tiguan is also not perfect. Only after the update did the gasoline turbo engines get rid of premature timing chain stretching and excessive oil consumption. The first copies also had serious problems with the DSG “robots“: early versions of the gearbox suffered from "kicks" when changing gears and premature clutch wear. The 6-speed Aisin automatic transmission has proven itself much better, capable of withstanding approximately 250,000 kilometers without serious breakdowns; It is found on diesel and powerful gasoline versions.
But the crossover's suspension pleases with its durability: the front shock absorbers can withstand 150,000 kilometers, and the multi-link rear suspension does not break down even on bad roads. The main thing is to monitor the condition of the wheel bearings. The all-wheel drive system requires only a timely oil change.
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