2008 Volkswagen Touareg recalls

There are 4 safety recalls on record for the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg, covering 38,520 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Fuel system, gasolineReported March 8, 2017 · 20,908 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Touareg vehicles. The fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange if cracks are found. A protective cover will be applied to the fuel filter to prevent oxidization cracks from forming. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 20Z4.

Recall number 17V151000 · Recall details

Structure: bodyReported July 2, 2009 · 14,416 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Volkswagen is recalling 14,416 my 2007-2009 touareg vehicles. The fastening struts on the roof edge spoiler can crack, causing the spoiler to become loose and possibly detach from the vehicle without warning, even though initially the spoiler may feel secure.
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 crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install reinforcement wedges to the roof edge spoiler free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during august 2009. Owner may contact volkswagen at 1‑800‑822‑8987.

Recall number 09V248000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported January 28, 2008 · 96 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, a fuel supply line was changed during production which could lead to insufficient sealing of the fuel supply line connector.
Risk: This condition could lead to a fuel leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel supply line, if necessary. The recall is expected to begin during february 2008. Owners may contact vwoa at 1‑800‑822‑8987.

Recall number 08V035000 · Recall details

Equipment: other: owners/service/other manualReported June 25, 2007 · 3,100 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems." the owner's manual is missing the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) written instructions.
Risk: This standard specifies performance requirements for tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) to warn drivers of significant under-inflation of tires and the resulting safety problems.
Remedy: Owners will be sent an owner's manual insert containing the required TPMS information. The recall began on july 6, 2007. Owners may contact vw at 1‑800‑893‑5298.

Recall number 07V285000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg have?

4, covering fuel system, gasoline, structure and equipment.

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