One problem related to engine failure has been reported for the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan based on all problems reported for the 2012 Tiguan.
Timing chain failed and resulted in engine failure at 80,000 miles. Volkswagen refuses to help me. I've had problems with this car since I purchased it. I see there are many vw owners with this very same issue.