repaired · 2020 Q1
Unknown or other
Risk. If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
2011 Volkswagen TouaregProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 16 owner complaints about the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-329 the manufacturer reports only 78% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2021. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has problems
16 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Engine
4Fuel/propulsion system
3Steering
2Fuel system, diesel
1Vehicle speed control
1Electrical system
1Power train
1Air bags
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2011 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 · 2017 Q3
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
Risk. If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2011 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
2011 Volkswagen Touareg safety ratings
2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg, and the recalls they led to.
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump FailureNo recall
In owners' words
What Touareg owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On my 2011 VW Touareg TDI there is an exhaust leak. Can be smelled within seconds of starting it. A turbo/EGR pipe cracks and the result is a serious exhaust leak under hood right next to where air is drawn into the cabin for HVAC. Parts are backordered with no ETA. Even though when driving there…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VOLKSWAGEN OF NORWOOD (1280 PROVIDENCE HWY, NORWOOD, MA 02062) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER NEEDING TO BE…
THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES, AT LOW SPEEDS, CAR GOES INTO LIMP HOME MODE RANDOMLY AND CREAKS ALONG AT 8 MILES AN HOUR, MOST RECENTLY LOST BRAKING POWER AND MESSAGE COMES UP "HYBRID ERROR, PULL OVER IN A SAFE LOCATION." THEN WHEN YOU TURN IT OFF AND ON AGAIN IT WORKS FINE. THIS IS NOT HELPFUL…
Own a 2011 Touareg?
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