2017 Volkswagen Tiguan Safety Ratings

The 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan earned a 4-star overall NHTSA NCAP safety rating. NHTSA tests cover frontal crash, side crash, and rollover resistance. Per-trim scores and active safety features (ESC, FCW, LDW) are listed below. For the specific VIN's open recalls and accident history, see vincheck.it.com/recalls and vincheck.it.com/check-vin.

The 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating based on government crash tests. NHTSA's NCAP program tests frontal impact, side impact, and rollover resistance using standardized procedures, with star ratings reflecting occupant protection.

2017 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV AWD

Overall4 / 5
Overall front crash3 / 5
Front crash, driver side4 / 5
Front crash, passenger side3 / 5
Overall side crash5 / 5
Side crash, driver side5 / 5
Side crash, passenger side5 / 5
Side pole crash4 / 5
Rollover4 / 5
Rollover possibility18.5%
Electronic stability controlStandard
Forward collision warningNo
Lane departure warningNo

2017 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV FWD

Overall4 / 5
Overall front crash3 / 5
Front crash, driver side4 / 5
Front crash, passenger side3 / 5
Overall side crash5 / 5
Side crash, driver side5 / 5
Side crash, passenger side5 / 5
Side pole crash4 / 5
Rollover4 / 5
Rollover possibility17.4%
Electronic stability controlStandard
Forward collision warningNo
Lane departure warningNo

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall NHTSA safety rating for the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan?

The 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan has an overall NHTSA NCAP rating of 4 stars based on government crash testing. NHTSA tests cover frontal crash, side crash, and rollover resistance.

Is the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan safer than competitors?

Compare the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan's 4-star overall rating to similar Volkswagen models below. Higher star ratings reflect better occupant protection in standardized federal crash tests.

Does the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan have crash test data for all trims?

NHTSA tests representative trims and applies the rating to the broader configuration. Specific trims with different airbag, seat, or structural designs may differ — see the per-trim breakdown.

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