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Volkswagen Touareg Problems

The Volkswagen Touareg is a capable mid-size luxury SUV that shares its platform with the Porsche Cayenne and Audi Q7. With 1,886 complaints, reliability concerns are notable. The vehicle offers impressive off-road capability and refined on-road manners. However, repair costs can be substantial when problems arise.

1,886
Total Complaints
21
Total Recalls
14
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
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Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2004
✓

Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

2007 2009 2011

Common Problem Categories

Fuel/propulsion System 230
Engine 210
Electrical System 202
Power Train 166
Tires 108

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2017 68 1 0 0 Average
2016 134 2 0 0 Average
2015 70 2 0 0 Average
2014 70 2 2 6 Average
2013 84 2 2 0 Average
2012 72 2 2 0 Average
2011 40 2 2 0 Good
2010 74 1 2 4 Average
2009 50 1 0 0 Good
2008 146 1 2 20 Average
2007 18 2 0 0 Good
2006 104 1 0 2 Average
2005 210 1 0 0 Below Average
2004 746 1 32 28 Avoid

Volkswagen Touareg Years to Avoid

The 2004 model year should be avoided as the first-year production brought numerous issues. Electrical gremlins, air suspension failures, and drivetrain problems were common. The 2005 and 2006 models improved but still carry elevated risk. Transfer case failures proved expensive to repair. The complex air suspension system was particularly troublesome and costly to fix. Early Touaregs require a generous maintenance budget.

Best Volkswagen Touareg Years

The 2007 model year represents a turning point for Touareg reliability. By this time, Volkswagen had addressed many first-generation issues. Later first-gen models from 2008-2010 are also reasonable choices. The 3.6L VR6 engine is generally more reliable than the V8 or diesel options.

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