Volkswagen Touareg years to avoid
More than twice the Touareg's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Volkswagen Touareg years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Volkswagen Touareg complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Volkswagen Touareg problems
All model years combined.
- Fuel system151
- Engine133
- Electrical98
- Transmission81
- Airbags53
- Tires52
- Steering46
- Brakes41
- Suspension33
- Acceleration30
- Lights29
- Seat belts22
Most reported problems on the Volkswagen Touareg
Stalling 39Headlights 32Hesitation 31Airbag light 18Jerking 16
Volkswagen Touareg problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 78 | 24 | Engine | 12,346 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2016 | 58 | 45 | Engine | 21,000 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2015 | 78 | 24 | Engine | 41,230 | 2 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2014 | 67 | 27 | Steering | 32,000 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2013 | 73 | 30 | Fuel system | 38,350 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 73 | 28 | Fuel system | 40,000 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 80 | 16 | Fuel system | 39,500 | 2 | 1 | Fewest complaints |
| 2010 | 76 | 25 | Fuel system | 75,000 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2009 | 82 | 19 | Fuel system | 81,000 | 2 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2008 | 46 | 56 | Fuel system | 91,000 | 4 | 1 | Avoid |
| 2007 | 89 | 9 | Engine | 69,000 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2006 | 65 | 37 | Fuel system | 68,500 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2005 | 39 | 75 | Fuel system | 70,000 | 2 | 0 | Avoid |
| 2004 | 5 | 231 | Transmission | 35,000 | 4 | 9 | Avoid |
Recalls 12
Volkswagen Touareg warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Volkswagen Touareg
What years of the Volkswagen Touareg should you avoid?
2004, 2005 and 2008. Each has more than twice the Volkswagen Touareg's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2004 alone has 231, mostly about transmission and electrical.
What is the best year for a used Volkswagen Touareg?
2011, 2009 and 2015 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (16, 19 and 24).
What is the most common problem with the Volkswagen Touareg?
Fuel system, with 151 complaints across all years, followed by engine (133) and electrical (98).
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Touareg have?
12 recalls between 2004 and 2017. The 2008 model year has the most, with 4.
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