Table 1 shows four common service brakes related problems of the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. The number one most common problem is related to the brakes failed (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the service brakes (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Brakes Failed problems | |
| Service Brakes problems | |
| Brake Sensor problems | |
| Brake Light On problems |
I crashed due to brake failure on 10. 31. 2019. I made a right turn from a light. Traffic came to a stop. I pushed the break and it did not hold. It felt bumpy. Breaks did not hold even when I pushed it all the way to the floor. I ended up rear ending the car infront of me going 15mph. Read details...
I started to hear a grinding sound from the rear when applying brakes. With only 40 k on car the front brakes should show signs of wear first. The rear brakes have totally worn out first and grinding metal to metal, ruining the rear rotors. Read details...
My wife's vehicle was parked yes she spilled water on that area, thank god it was parked. From what I have read about these particular e brakes they seem a very bad design. I knew when we purchased the car in 2009 just knowing autos this was a terrible design and feature especially the placement. Read details...