Does the Tiguan sunroof leak?
VW has allegedly known about the sunroof leaks since at least 2016 and issued at least 12 technical service bulletins (TSBs) to dealerships concerning leaking sunroofs. Tiguan owners were told the front sunroof drains could become blocked with moist debris, allowing water to leak into the passenger compartments.
Do Volkswagen sunroofs leak?
2016-Present Volkswagen Touareg. The lawsuit alleges the sunroofs in the above vehicles have been found to exhibit “inherent problems” in their manufacturing, design, and/or workmanship that causes water to leak into the vehicles during rainstorms, extreme weather conditions, and even at the car wash.
Where are the sunroof drains on a VW Tiguan?
The sunroof front drain pipes end up on the engine bulkhead almost inline with the windscreen “A” posts. To gain access you need to remove the wiper arms and plastic tray between screen and engine bay. There is one each side they are hard to see unless you know where to look!
Why would my sunroof be leaking?
While a faulty seal could be the reason for your leak, the most common cause of a leaky sunroof is a clog in the drainage system that carries water away. Pour a small amount of water into the drains and look underneath your car to see if it’s draining. If there’s no puddle on the ground, you have a clogged drain.
What to do about leak in sunroof on Volkswagen Tiguan?
If they are blocked, use a sports water bottle which fits snugly to the drain tube connector and you can force water down it to clear blockage. Watch this video on how to repair existing tubes with silicon.
Why is my sunroof clogged on my VW?
If you are having issues with water inside the cabin of your Volkswagen and have a sunroof, chances are your sunroof drains may be clogged. Keeping these clean will prevent leaks and water damage and ensure rainwater is properly drained from the car.
What causes water to leak from front sunroof?
Tiguan owners were told the front sunroof drains could become blocked with moist debris, allowing water to leak into the passenger compartments. Dealers were told to clean and modify the front sunroof drains.
Is there a service action on my VW Tiguan?
One of those service actions was issued in December 2019 for 2018-2019 Volkswagen Tiguan sunroofs (VW action code 60E5). Tiguan owners were told the front sunroof drains could become blocked with moist debris, allowing water to leak into the passenger compartments. Dealers were told to clean and modify the front sunroof drains.