repaired · 2018 Q4
Fuel system, gasoline
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
2008 Volkswagen TouaregProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 56 owner complaints about the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-151 the manufacturer reports only 43% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 26, 2024. Updated daily. Photo: OSX, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has problems
56 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
23Fuel/propulsion system2 crash/fire/injury
8Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
7Engine3 crash/fire/injury
6Exterior lighting2 crash/fire/injury
4Seat belts
3Structure
3Tires
3Power train
2Fuel system, gasoline
118 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 23 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 3 |
| Engine | 7 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 |
| Tires | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 11 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2008 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.
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…
no report yet
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO A FUEL LEAK.
no report yet
Other: owners/service/other manual
Risk. THIS STANDARD SPECIFIES PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS (TPMS) TO WARN DRIVERS OF SIGNIFICANT UNDER-INFLATION OF TIRES AND THE…
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
2008 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
In owners' words
What Touareg owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I was driving the vehicle and noticed smoke coming out from under the hood I pulled over immediately and the whole engine compartment was on fire I tried to put fire but Fire department showed up and extinguish the fire, fire was due to a fuel leak
2008 Touareg 3.6L/V6 Intake Manifold/Valve Cover explosion.... March 2021, several incidents while driving vehicle would completely shut off/ loose power, with no prior warning or apparent cause, leaving driver at a total loss of steering control, as well as leaving vehicle completely disabled…
ON DECEMBER 28, 2020 I DETECTED THE DISTINCT ODOR OF GASOLINE OUTSIDE OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF OUR 2008 VW TOUAREG WHILE IT WAS STATIONARY, NOT RUNNING. LATER WHILE DRIVING THE PUNGENT ODOR WAS ALSO DISCERNABLE WITHIN THE VEHICLE. A PICTURE OF THE TANK REFLECTS WETNESS ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THIS…
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