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2007 Volkswagen Touareg problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 9 complaints on file for the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work. Complainants reported 12 injuries in total across these filings.

9

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

12

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Touareg years?

Touareg NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted373 complaints2004: 373 complaints2005: 106 complaints2006: 52 complaints2007: 9 complaints2008: 73 complaints2009: 25 complaints2010: 37 complaints2011: 20 complaints2012: 37 complaints2013: 42 complaints2014: 35 complaints2015: 35 complaints2016: 67 complaints2017: 34 complaints
Touareg NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Volkswagen Touareg problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine333%
Fuel System222%
Brakes111%
Seat Belts111%
Transmission111%
Visibility & Wipers111%

Does the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V583000Fuel SystemSeptember 20, 2017 · 73,941 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

17V151000Fuel SystemMarch 8, 2017 · 20,908 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

09V248000Body & StructureJuly 2, 2009 · 14,416 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 12, 2013

“My vehicle has a fuel filter problem This car has a total of 3 recalls and the fuel filter flange is one of the recalls I’ve been told they fixed it before but I’ve never gotten it fixed maybe the previous owner I took it Volkswagen they said I have to pay for the recall. But what happens when…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 4, 2023

“AT 41000, THE CAR STARTED MAKING A HIGH PITCH NOISE WHENEVER DRIVING. AFTER GETTING A SECOND OPINION, IT IS DETERMINED THAT THE BEARING ON THE CENTER DRIVE SHAFT HAS FAILED. CALLED VW AND CONFIRMED THE PROBLEM AND THAT THIS PART IS NOT SERVICEABLE. THE WHOLE DRIVE SHAFT (AND A NEW COUPLER/FLEX…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 1, 2012

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG TDI. WHENEVER THE CONTACT USED THE VEHICLE HEAT OR AIR CONDITIONER EXHAUST FUMES CAME THROUGH THE INTERIOR VENTS INTO THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT HAS EXPERIENCED THE FAILURE SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · May 18, 2007

“THE BRAKE BOOSTER CONTINUALLY GOES OUT AND THE VW DEALERSHIP CAN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED SEVERAL TIMES IN RAPID SUCCESSION EITHER WHILE YOU ARE MOVING OR JUST STANDING STILL, IT BECOMES INCREDIBLY HARD TO FURTHER PUSH DOWN AND THE BRAKES BECOME ALMOST COMPLETELY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · February 5, 2016

2007 Volkswagen Touareg — common questions

Is the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg reliable?

The record is thin — 9 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Volkswagen Touareg years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Touareg years to avoid are 2004, 2005, 2008, 2016, 2013. The cleanest record among Touareg years belongs to 2007.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.