repaired · 2019 Q2
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2007 Volkswagen TouaregProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-583 the manufacturer reports only 23% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 22, 2023. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has problems
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Engine1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Power train
1Seat belts
1Service brakes
1Visibility
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2007 Volkswagen Touareg recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Fuel system, gasoline
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
no report yet
Structure: body
Risk. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE SPOILER COULD CAUSE INJURY BY STRIKING PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE OR COULD BECOME AN OBSTACLE TO OTHER DRIVERS, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Volkswagen.
Best & worst years
2007 vs. every other Touareg year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Touareg median. How we score
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2007 Volkswagen Touareg safety ratings
2007 Volkswagen Touareg 4-Dr. w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Side barrierNot rated
- Rollover: 4 stars (16.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Touareg owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, THE CONTACT BECAME ILL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAMILY MEMBERS WHO ALSO RODE IN THE VEHICLE BECAME ILL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS SEVEN YEAR OLD SON BECAME UNCONSCIOUS.…
THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (MIL) CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. I EXPERIENCED A LACK OF POWER AND PERFORMANCE. HAD IT CHECKED AT AN AUTO PARTS STORE AND THEY SAID THE TROUBLE CODE WAS FOR CAMSHAFT/CRANKSHAFT POSITIONING SENSOR. I REPLACED BOTH CAMSHAFT SENSORS AND THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR AND RESET THE CODE. 400…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE BRAKES SEIZED. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE TEST RESULTS SHOWED A DEFECTIVE OIL PUMP BOLT, WHICH HAD MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUSED THE…
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