NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg; the most frequently affected component is fuel system, gasoline — fuel pump. Owners filed 9 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 14 model years of this model in the database, 2007 ranks #3 for number of recalls.
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Touareg vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel filter flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filter flange for cracks, replacing the flange if cracks are found. If no cracks are found, a protective cover will be installed onto the filter flange. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Ai.
Fuel system, gasolineCampaign 17V151000 · 08 Mar 2017
Problem: 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.
Structure — BodyCampaign 09V248000 · 02 Jul 2009
Problem: 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.
What owners complain about
Share of the 9 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Engine3 · 33%
Fuel/propulsion system2 · 22%
Seat belts1 · 11%
Service brakes1 · 11%
Power train1 · 11%
Visibility1 · 11%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
Rear middle seat belt seized up. Traveling from seattle wa to wenatchee wa (approx. 140 miles) and not able to use seat belt for the passenger. *tr
Volkswagen sent me a recall notice on our 2007 touareg. This involved the fuel filter flange on the car. It specifically said if you are smelling gasoline take it to the dealer right away. In august 2017 we took the car in to have it inspected. They said at the time nothing was wrong. We started smelling gas fumes…
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 vehicle to stall. The…
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 contact stated…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.