What to Do When the Reversing Camera of the Tiguan Suddenly Stops Displaying?
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Here are the solutions for when the reversing camera of the Tiguan suddenly stops displaying: 1. The camera is damaged or blocked. If the camera is damaged, you should take it to a repair shop or a 4S store for maintenance, and if necessary, replace it with a new one. If it's just blocked by debris, simply remove it. 2. The display screen is damaged. If the screen remains black and doesn't start up or shows distorted images, take it to a repair shop or a 4S store for inspection and repair. 3. Poor wire contact. The image from the camera cannot be transmitted to the main unit. In this case, the central control panel needs to be disassembled for inspection. 4. The battery is dead. If the car's lights or multimedia system are used for a long time while the engine is off, the battery may drain. When the battery is low or dead, the multimedia system won't work, and the reversing camera won't display. Recharge the battery or replace it to solve this issue.
I also encountered the issue of the Touareg's reversing camera suddenly going black the other day. At the time, I was a bit anxious, but after calming down, I decided to start with the simplest solutions: check if the camera lens has any dirt or obstructions and clean it; then inspect the wiring connections at the tailgate for any looseness or damage, manually re-securing the connectors. If that doesn’t work, refer to the owner’s manual to locate the fuse box, especially checking if the fuse related to the reversing system has blown—simply replace it with a new one. I remember last time my issue was due to water ingress in the camera, causing a short circuit, and it had to be repaired at the shop. Driving safety is a serious matter—when reversing, first use the rearview mirror or parking sensors as a backup, and avoid reversing recklessly. After handling the issue, it’s best to have the system inspected at a professional repair shop to prevent future problems.
