2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
2 recalls — 106 complaints — 398 TSBs
17V583000 Sep 20, 2017
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Touareg vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel filter flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filter flange for cracks, replacing the flange if cracks are found. If no cracks are found, a protective cover will be installed onto the filter flange. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018.... Read more
04V592000 Dec 15, 2004
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." ALL THREE REAR SEAT POSITIONS AND THE FRONT PASSENGER POSITION ARE EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT HAVE A LOCKING FEATURE WHICH CONVERTS THE RETRACTOR ... Read more
Consequence
WHEN INVOLVED IN A CRASH, THE CHILD RESTRAINTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES OR DEATH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY INSTALL A 'CLIP' IN EACH OF THE TWO REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS. THE CLIPS WILL PREVENT UNWANTED DEACTIVATION OF THE ALR MODE WITH CHILD SEAT INSTALLATIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 11, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VW AT 1-800-822-8987.
Complaint Statistics
106 total complaints
1 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 15 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 |
| AIR BAGS | 7 |
| SEAT BELTS | 6 |
| TIRES | 6 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| ENGINE | 4 |
| STEERING | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 28, 2026
Incident date: Mar 7, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufactu... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 23, 2024
Incident date: Oct 20, 2024
The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the front of the vehicle. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 40 MPH. The cause of the failure was not ye... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Aug 31, 2023
Incident date: Aug 31, 2023
Due to a leak in either the sunroof or the windshield water continuously drips down every time it rains onto the floorboard of the driver side of this vehicle, creating a sopping wet floor board that has 2 inches of water, which in turn soaks the whole electrical system for this vehicle. I mean the ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 31, 2023
Incident date: Aug 31, 2023
Rearview camera goes out intermittently increasing risk of collision.
STEERING
Aug 31, 2023
Incident date: Aug 31, 2023
Power steering would not work said to service blind spot unavailable and service electronic stability control
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 8, 2023
Incident date: Aug 7, 2023
The braking system did not engaged as expected when suddenly braking in freeway commute. This resulted in a vehicle collision. I believe this issue put myself and others in danger. There were no warning lamps.
Crash
ENGINE
Feb 20, 2023
Incident date: Feb 2, 2023
The brake makes a rattling and metal grinding sound, the dealership said nothing is wrong with the brakes, still problematic. The transmission shifts too hard. Dealer said nothing wrong. Yet cat kicks too hard.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 2, 2022
Incident date: Jun 27, 2022
Gas leak (see pics). I started noticing a strong gasoline smell and my car keeps running out of gas almost immediately after filling up. This has not been inspected nor confirmed by a dealer. This is my only source of transportation and needs to be fixed ASAP. There is not a VW dealership where ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Aug 2, 2022
Incident date: Jun 27, 2022
Gas leak (see pics). I started noticing a strong gasoline smell and my car keeps running out of gas almost immediately after filling up. This has not been inspected nor confirmed by a dealer. This is my only source of transportation and needs to be fixed ASAP. There is not a VW dealership where ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 2, 2022
Incident date: Jun 27, 2022
Gas leak (see pics). I started noticing a strong gasoline smell and my car keeps running out of gas almost immediately after filling up. This has not been inspected nor confirmed by a dealer. This is my only source of transportation and needs to be fixed ASAP. There is not a VW dealership where ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 1, 2021
Incident date: Sep 1, 2021
My vehicle is leaking gas, I was told there is a recall on my vehicle so I took it into the volkswagen dealership where I was told that the recall only covers the driver side leak but not the passenger side leak which makes absolutely no sense. Because when I drive off of the service lot the problem... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 28, 2019
Incident date: Dec 1, 2010
PASSENGER AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON DASH SHOWS AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH. WATER COMES FROM BEHIND DASHBOARD ONTO DRIVERS AND PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR BOARD WHEN TURNING WHILE DRIVING LIKELY CAUSE BY CLOGGED AC DRAINS BEHIND WHEEL WELLS. FUEL PUMP PREMATURE FAILURE, AFTER REFUELING. HEADLINER FALLI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 28, 2019
Incident date: Dec 1, 2010
PASSENGER AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON DASH SHOWS AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH. WATER COMES FROM BEHIND DASHBOARD ONTO DRIVERS AND PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR BOARD WHEN TURNING WHILE DRIVING LIKELY CAUSE BY CLOGGED AC DRAINS BEHIND WHEEL WELLS. FUEL PUMP PREMATURE FAILURE, AFTER REFUELING. HEADLINER FALLI... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 28, 2019
Incident date: Dec 1, 2010
PASSENGER AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON DASH SHOWS AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH. WATER COMES FROM BEHIND DASHBOARD ONTO DRIVERS AND PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR BOARD WHEN TURNING WHILE DRIVING LIKELY CAUSE BY CLOGGED AC DRAINS BEHIND WHEEL WELLS. FUEL PUMP PREMATURE FAILURE, AFTER REFUELING. HEADLINER FALLI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 13, 2019
Incident date: Aug 10, 2019
I TOOK MY SUV TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR A FUEL PUMP RECALL, ABOUT 3,000 MILES AFTER MY SUV IS CAUSING PROBLEMS LIKE START BUT TURN OFF WITHIN 40 SECONDS. I TOOK IT TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS AND HE SAYS IS THE FUEL PUMP. I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP BUT THEY ARE KIND OF UNRESPONSIVE...NO ADVISORS ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 11, 2018
Incident date: Jul 4, 2018
WHEN I GET GAS FOR MY TOUAREG 2005 I'LL SHUT THE SUV OFF POP OPEN THE FUEL BOX DOOR AND PUT THE GAS IN THEN AS I PUT CAP BACK ON SHUT DOOR GET IN THE SUV I TRY TO START THE SUV BUT IT SEEMS AS IF THE CARS EITHER OUT OF GAS OR BATTERY HAS DIED SO AFTER THE FIRST LIKE SAY 4-6 TIMES OF THIS HAPPENING T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 11, 2018
Incident date: Jul 4, 2018
WHEN I GET GAS FOR MY TOUAREG 2005 I'LL SHUT THE SUV OFF POP OPEN THE FUEL BOX DOOR AND PUT THE GAS IN THEN AS I PUT CAP BACK ON SHUT DOOR GET IN THE SUV I TRY TO START THE SUV BUT IT SEEMS AS IF THE CARS EITHER OUT OF GAS OR BATTERY HAS DIED SO AFTER THE FIRST LIKE SAY 4-6 TIMES OF THIS HAPPENING T... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Oct 1, 2018
Incident date: Jul 4, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT EACH TIME IT RAINED, WATER ACCUMULATED ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE FLOOR THROUGH THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIRES ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE FLOOR WERE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 1, 2018
Incident date: Jul 4, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT EACH TIME IT RAINED, WATER ACCUMULATED ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE FLOOR THROUGH THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIRES ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE FLOOR WERE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 5, 2018
Incident date: Aug 7, 2018
OVERALL LIFE OF CAR HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE MAJORITY OF THE HOSES IN THE ENGINE, THE FUEL LINE, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE RELEASE LEAVOR-3 TIMES, THE HORN ON THE PASSENGER AND DRIVERS SIDE. AND WITH THE RECALL THE GAS FLANGE - CRACKING. THE PRODUCT VW USES IN THIS VEHICLE IS INFERIOR- PLASTIC EXPANDS WHEN... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 5, 2018
Incident date: Aug 7, 2018
OVERALL LIFE OF CAR HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE MAJORITY OF THE HOSES IN THE ENGINE, THE FUEL LINE, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE RELEASE LEAVOR-3 TIMES, THE HORN ON THE PASSENGER AND DRIVERS SIDE. AND WITH THE RECALL THE GAS FLANGE - CRACKING. THE PRODUCT VW USES IN THIS VEHICLE IS INFERIOR- PLASTIC EXPANDS WHEN... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 5, 2018
Incident date: Aug 7, 2018
OVERALL LIFE OF CAR HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE MAJORITY OF THE HOSES IN THE ENGINE, THE FUEL LINE, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE RELEASE LEAVOR-3 TIMES, THE HORN ON THE PASSENGER AND DRIVERS SIDE. AND WITH THE RECALL THE GAS FLANGE - CRACKING. THE PRODUCT VW USES IN THIS VEHICLE IS INFERIOR- PLASTIC EXPANDS WHEN... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Jun 21, 2018
Incident date: May 17, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V583000. (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL RE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Apr 19, 2018
Incident date: Apr 18, 2015
2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE FUEL FILTER FLANGE. *LD THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO BE REIMBURSED FOR THE FUEL FILTER FLANGE RECALL. *JS
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 21, 2018
Incident date: Jun 28, 2017
IN JUNE 2017, I NOTICED FUEL SMELL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. ON JULY 1, 2017, I INSPECTED THE ISSUE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE FUEL FILTER FLANGE WAS DAMAGED AND LEAKING FUEL (FUMES) CLOSE TO ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND UNDER THE SEAT WHERE MY SON SITS. PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED PHOTO. I ORDERED THE RETAINER RI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 5, 2018
Incident date: Feb 1, 2018
VEHICLE CABIN COULD SMELL GAS, FACTORY ISSUED LETTER TO US WITH RECALL AND FREE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT, BUT AFTER CONTACT VW DEALERSHIP, THE DEALERSHIP REFUSE TO REPAIR IT FOR FREE, QUOTE 480 DOLLARS FOR FIXING THIS RECALL ISSUE.
STEERING
Nov 20, 2017
Incident date: May 1, 2017
THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKING DEVICE DOES NOT BLOCK THE STEERING WHEEL ANY MORE AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE AND REMOVING THE KEY IGNITION LOCK. INSTEAD WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL THERE IS A PRONOUNCED RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM INSIDE THE STEERING WHEEL. THE WHEEL LOCKING MECHANISM DOES NOT WORK.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 20, 2017
Incident date: Nov 20, 2017
GASOLINE LEAKING FROM THE TANK RUNS OVER THE RIGHT-SIDE EXHAUST TUBES TO THE GROUND. THE FLOW OF THE FUEL LEAKAGE IS VERY HIGH AT A DROP-RATE OF MORE THAN ONE DROP PER SECOND WITH THE VEHICLE PARKED AND THE ENGINE RUNNING AT IDLE SPEED. ONCE THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF THE LEAKAGE STOPS WITHIN SHORT TI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 26, 2017
Incident date: Aug 1, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THERE WAS AN ODOR OF FUEL EMITTED IN AND AROUND THE VEHICLE, MOSTLY ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AND THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLU... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 5, 2017
Incident date: Aug 10, 2017
FUEL LEAKING AT FUEL PUMP FLANGE. STRONG FUEL VAPOR ODOR IN THE CABIN WHILE DRIVING AND PARKED.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jul 11, 2017
Incident date: Jul 10, 2017
I WENT IN VACATION AND LEFT MY CAR PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY WITH THE WINDOWS UP AND DOORS LOCKED.WHEN I CAME BACK TO MY CAR THE ADHESIVE/GLUE MUST HAVE MELTED DUE TO THE HEAT OUTSIDE THE CAR CAUSED THE REAR VIEW MIRROR TO DETACH FROM THE WINDSHIELD AND IT IS NOW DANGLING BY THE WIRES FROM THE INSIDE O... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 17, 2017
Incident date: Apr 3, 2017
THE TOP OF THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING CRACKED AND WAS LEAKING FUEL. THIS HOUSING IS UNDERNEATH THE REAR SEAT BEHIND THE DRIVER'S SEAT. THE CRACKS WEREN'T RELATED TO USAGE OF THE VEHICLE OR AN ACCIDENT. IT APPEARS TO BE GENERAL DETERIORATION OF THE PLASTIC. THIS IS THE SAME PROBLEM COVERED BY VW RECALL ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 20, 2016
Incident date: Jul 15, 2015
SMALL CRACKS DEVELOPED IN THE FUEL FILTER FLANGE ON THE FUEL TANK RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKING OUT WHEN THE DRIVERS DOOR WAS OPENED OR WHEN THE CAR WAS RUNNING. THIS RESULTED IN LARGE AMOUNTS OF GASOLINE LEAKING ONTO MY GARAGE FLOOR. THE FLANGE WAS REPLACED. THIS IS AN IDENTICAL PROBLEM THAT IS BE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 27, 2015
Incident date: Sep 4, 2014
I AM THE OWNER OF A 2005 VW TOUAREG WHICH RECENTLY HAD THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT COME ON AND STAY ON. I TOOK THE TOUAREG TO A VOLKSWAGEN DEALER WHERE I WAS CHARGED $104.48 FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST PROVIDED THE STORED FAULT CODE OF 01218, FRONT SIDE PASSENGER AIRBAG IGNITOR UPPER ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 27, 2015
Incident date: Sep 4, 2014
I AM THE OWNER OF A 2005 VW TOUAREG WHICH RECENTLY HAD THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT COME ON AND STAY ON. I TOOK THE TOUAREG TO A VOLKSWAGEN DEALER WHERE I WAS CHARGED $104.48 FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST PROVIDED THE STORED FAULT CODE OF 01218, FRONT SIDE PASSENGER AIRBAG IGNITOR UPPER ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jun 25, 2015
Incident date: Jun 5, 2015
TRIED TO BUCKLE UP ONE OF THE REAR SEAT BELTS AND BUCKLE PLASTIC HOUSING BROKE. THE DEALER FAILED TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT A SEAT BELT MECHANISM SHOULD NEVER FAIL. INSTEAD, THE DEALER SAID I HAD TO PAY OUT OF POCKET TO HAVE IT REPLACED. I CONTACTED VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA TO REPORT THIS CONCERN AND ASKED T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 17, 2015
Incident date: Jun 15, 2005
THE VEHICLE HAS AN ANNOYING PROCLIVITY TO HESITATE (SOMETIMES FOR AS LONG AS 3 OR 4 SECONDS) BETWEEN THE TIME THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS DEPRESSED AND THE TIME THE ENGINE RESPONDS. UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES (E.G., CROSSING A LANE OF HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC) THE DELAY COULD BE VERY DANGEROUS AND EVEN FATA... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 17, 2015
Incident date: Jun 15, 2005
THE VEHICLE HAS AN ANNOYING PROCLIVITY TO HESITATE (SOMETIMES FOR AS LONG AS 3 OR 4 SECONDS) BETWEEN THE TIME THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS DEPRESSED AND THE TIME THE ENGINE RESPONDS. UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES (E.G., CROSSING A LANE OF HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC) THE DELAY COULD BE VERY DANGEROUS AND EVEN FATA... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 13, 2015
Incident date: Dec 16, 2014
BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT HEADLIGHTS FAILED AND WOULD NOT OPERATE IN LOW BEAM MODE. UPON INSPECTION, I NOTED THAT THE INSULATION FOR THE WIRING INSIDE EACH HEADLIGHT UNIT WAS BRITTLE, CRACKED AND IN SOME CASES THE INSULATION HAD FALLEN COMPLETELY OFF. THIS CAUSED BOTH HEADLIGHTS TO GROUND OUT AND FAIL, PO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 13, 2015
Incident date: Dec 16, 2014
BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT HEADLIGHTS FAILED AND WOULD NOT OPERATE IN LOW BEAM MODE. UPON INSPECTION, I NOTED THAT THE INSULATION FOR THE WIRING INSIDE EACH HEADLIGHT UNIT WAS BRITTLE, CRACKED AND IN SOME CASES THE INSULATION HAD FALLEN COMPLETELY OFF. THIS CAUSED BOTH HEADLIGHTS TO GROUND OUT AND FAIL, PO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 22, 2015
Incident date: Dec 1, 2014
IT'S NOT LETTING ME SELECT ANY PARTS THERE IS A GLITCH IN THIS WEBSITE. IT IS MY ENTIRE WIRING SYSTEM! HAS COST US 100S OF DOLLARS! *TR
ENGINE
Jan 22, 2015
Incident date: Dec 1, 2014
IT'S NOT LETTING ME SELECT ANY PARTS THERE IS A GLITCH IN THIS WEBSITE. IT IS MY ENTIRE WIRING SYSTEM! HAS COST US 100S OF DOLLARS! *TR
POWER TRAIN
Jun 16, 2014
Incident date: Jun 1, 2013
THIS IS A WELL DOCUMENTED PROBLEM ALL OVER THE WEB YET VW AND TO DATE THE NHTSA REFUSE TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE. MAYBE THERE IS A REQUIREMENT THAT AT LEAST 13 PEOPLE DIE (GM) BEFORE ANYONE DOES SOMETHING ABOUT IT. PROBLEM IS WITH TRANSMISSION WHICH CAUSES CAR TO JOLT FORWARD AS IF IT IS GETTING RAMM... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 18, 2014
Incident date: Feb 9, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE FUEL GAUGE DISPLAYED AN INACCURATE READING. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL TANK LEAKED GASOLINE CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS, WHO RECOMMENDED THAT TH... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 4, 2014
Incident date: Feb 16, 2012
AIR BAG DEFAULT LIGHT CAME ON INDICATING PASSENGER AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY DURING A CRASH. THE OTHER PROBLEM WITH THIS IS IF ONE AIR BAG IS INDICATED NONE OF THE AIR BAGS WILL DEPLOY IN A CRASH. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE WHICH VOLKSWAGEN HAS KNOWN ABOUT, BECAUSE IN 2005 IT WAS FOUND ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 18, 2013
Incident date: Jul 10, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVE SHAFT FAILED AND WAS REPAIRED UNDER THE CONTACT'S WARRANTY. THE FAILURE RECURRED RECENTLY AND THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED LESS THAN 30,000 MILES LATER. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 18, 2013
Incident date: Sep 3, 2012
SIGN CONSISTENTLY APPEARS SAYING "OIL PRESSURE PROBLEM STOP ENGINE NOW" ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU TRY TO EXIT THE FREEWAY. ACCORDING TO VOLKSWAGEN DEALER, THIS COULD DAMAGE THE ENGINE BEYOND REPAIR. THIS IS A FACTORY DEFECT THAT IS HAPPENING TO MANY VOLKSWAGEN BRANDS. THIS IS SOMETHING VOLKSWAGEN KNEW AB... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 20, 2013
Incident date: Oct 1, 2011
SMELL OF GAS AFTER REFUELING -- APPARENTLY SIMILAR TO MERCEDE BENZ --DEALER REPORTS THE GASKETS AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK HAVE FAILED FOR A REPAIR COST OF $8-900.00: WATER COOLED ALTERNATOR FAILURE REQUIRING $8-900.00
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 20, 2013
Incident date: Oct 1, 2011
SMELL OF GAS AFTER REFUELING -- APPARENTLY SIMILAR TO MERCEDE BENZ --DEALER REPORTS THE GASKETS AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK HAVE FAILED FOR A REPAIR COST OF $8-900.00: WATER COOLED ALTERNATOR FAILURE REQUIRING $8-900.00
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 28, 2012
Incident date: Jun 1, 2012
VEHICLE HAS BEEN EMITTING AN ODOR OF GAS FOR SOME TIME. UPON INVESTIGATION, I FOUND THAT THE FUEL FILTER (ACCESSED UNDER THE REAR SEAT BUT PART OF THE FUEL TANK) HAD A 1/8" CRACK IN THE TOP OF THE FILTER ASSEMBLY. THIS CRACK WOULD LEAK GASOLINE WHILE THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING AND EVEN AFTER THE E... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy — 2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 14.0 | 19.0 | 16.0 | Premium | $5,100 |
| 4.2L 8-cyl, Automatic (S6) (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 12.0 | 17.0 | 14.0 | Premium | $5,850 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
398 manufacturer communications from 231 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 45 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 42 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 40 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 30 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 17 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 15 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 14 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 14 |
V171901201285565
Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
V171901201285562
May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V171901201285560
Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V941901201152119
Dec 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2023.
V271901201189422
Dec 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
A002155201173212
Dec 15, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
QT Trailer
Mar 15, 2021
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Information on the location of trailer brake controller connector and adapter harness creation.
V271901201189416
Jan 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
V271901201189416
Jan 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
V5515032021354_7
Jan 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.
V5515032021354_7
Jan 14, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.
SM C-2020
Dec 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
V171806201781314
Nov 5, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
V171806201781314
Nov 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
TT 00 16 02-4
Oct 2, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Mandatory fastener.
TT 00 16 02-4
Oct 2, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Mandatory fastener.
TT 00 16 02-4
Oct 2, 2020
010000 STEERING
Mandatory fastener.
TT 45 09 05-6
Sep 25, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 45 09 05-6
Sep 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 45 09 05
Sep 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 45 09 05
Sep 4, 2020
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Antilock brake function test direction.
VW Part Labels
Aug 10, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Recall Reminder Part Labels
TT 13 20 01
Aug 7, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oil pressure priming after engine replacement or internal repair.
TT 45 09 05ss2
Jul 31, 2020
250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) function test may not end on its own causing DTC.
V871806201994715
Jun 11, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Metadata update (add MY 2014 Eos (missing).
V0018052010380_8
Jun 2, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
V0018052010380_8
Jun 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
V871806201994714
May 12, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A
V941901201152115
Apr 21, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
V171901201285530
Apr 2, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
VOS-20-11
Mar 26, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
Dealercomm200310
Mar 10, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication - March 10, 2020
V171901_2012855
Feb 28, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
V171901201285528
Jan 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
V1917012022548_8
Jan 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_8
Jan 9, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_7
Jan 8, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_7
Jan 8, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V011812_2014603
Dec 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
V011812_2014603
Dec 5, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
V171901_2012855
Nov 25, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V871806_2019947
Nov 7, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only
V871811_2043893
Nov 4, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to mode; and model year applicability.
V171901_2012855
Oct 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V171901_2012855
Oct 29, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
SM 80-2019
Oct 1, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Parts are currently blocked from sale at this time.
V171901_2012855
Sep 24, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V001901_2040590
Sep 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Include additional photo's of water ingress. Also includes 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
VOS-19-24
Sep 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
VOS-19-24
Sep 4, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
TT 001202
Aug 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
QRUG08212019
Aug 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Quick Reference Update Guide.
V171901_2012855
Aug 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards. Also includes 2004 and 2005 Jetta Wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
30DayInvCklst
Aug 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references. ADDED EFB to "Select correct battery type" in bottom box. Also Jetta Wagon 2005 and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB.
V011812_2014603
Jul 29, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models. Also includes R32 2002-2007 and 2002-2006 Jetta Wagon.
Quicktip 1.2_TB
Jul 26, 2019
114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Trailer braking information.
V171901_2012855
Jul 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine oil quality standards. Also includes all models for 1997-2003. Also Rabbit from 2006-2009.
171901_2012855
Jun 13, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Remote Key Battery Replacement
171901_2012855
Jun 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Remote Key Battery Replacement
V871812-2005566
Jun 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Update vehicle metadata.
V871812-2005566
Jun 12, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update vehicle metadata.
Adhesive Circ
Apr 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Adhesive circular. Note: also includes 2004 Golf, Jetta, Passat, Touareg, GTI,
Quick Tip 1.1
Apr 16, 2019
114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Information on the location of trailer brake controller connector and adapter harness creation. This document also applies to the 2004 Touareg.
SM 33-2019
Mar 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
TT 91 19 01
Mar 22, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
TT 91 19 01
Mar 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
V171901-2012855
Mar 12, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
Gasoline Engine
Feb 27, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
V271901-2011894
Feb 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
V941901-2011521
Feb 18, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
V871812-2005566
Nov 13, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update vehicle metadata.
TT 10 12 01
Sep 28, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine replacement tip
TT 57 10 11
Sep 14, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Comfort/BCM Replacement direction, updated to include additional model year applicability.
A971861 2013504-
Jun 6, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.
TT001703
Nov 10, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
TT 200901
Aug 18, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
V171701 2012855
Jul 5, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
V1.0
Jun 29, 2017
114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Trailer braking information
Quick Tip - Trai
Jun 29, 2017
114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Trailer braking information
Quick Tip - Trai
Jun 29, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Trailer towing information
Quick Tip - Trai
Jun 29, 2017
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Trailer towing information
V1.0
Jun 29, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Trailer towing information
V1.0
Jun 29, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Trailer towing information
V1.0
Jun 29, 2017
114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Trailer braking information
V1.0
Jun 29, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Trailer towing information
V1.0
Jun 29, 2017
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Trailer towing information
SM 44-2017 EN
Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
VHW-17-11
Jun 22, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide
Quick Reference
Mar 13, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated
1-2017 Update
Feb 1, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.
V691601 2010479
Oct 31, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2017.
TT 00-16-02
Oct 28, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used
V871622 2019947
Oct 24, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to model year applicability.
V011615 2014815
Oct 20, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to include additional model year applicability.
V871620 2005566
Oct 12, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model and model year applicability.
TT001601
Sep 23, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Contacting the parts helpline
TT001601
Sep 23, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Contacting the parts helpline
TT 97-12-02
Sep 23, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.
V581601-2039001
Jun 13, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
To update Claim processing statement.
Ref. - Reflash U
May 20, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level. The latest corresponding technical bulletins that address the issues, and concerns that have been had with the vehicles.
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NHTSA Safety Investigations — VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE06022
Opened: Jun 19, 2006 — Closed: Oct 30, 2006
SRS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION
MY 2004-05 (TO 11/2004) TOUAREG VEHICLES HAVE A POTENTIALLY FAULTY/LOOSE SIDE AIR BAG WIRING CONNECTOR THAT CAN CAUSE THE WIRING CIRCUIT RESISTANCE TO EXCEED THE DESIGN LIMIT AND ILLUMINATE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) AIR BAG LIGHT.ON 02/2005, VW ISSUED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB ... Read more
PE05042
Opened: Aug 11, 2005 — Closed: Dec 21, 2005
EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE MALFUNCTION
VW ISSUED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) DATED JUNE 10, 2005, DESCRIBING A CONDITION OF EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE STICKS IN THE OPENED POSITION AFTER THE DOOR IS OPENED.VW DESCRIBED THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM TO BE A POTENTIAL FOR INCREASED FRICTION BETWEEN THE DOOR HANDLE AND THE LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING... Read more
VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG across all model years (2004–2017).
30
Total Recalls
945
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
23
Reported Crashes
26
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.