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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2007 Volkswagen Touareg recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2007 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
3
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
9
Latest campaign
Sep 20, 2017

Recall summary by component3

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Fuel system, gasoline2Sep 20, 2017
Structure1Jul 2, 2009

Safety recalls3

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0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Sep 20, 2017Latest campaign
Sep 20, 201717V583000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V583000
What's wrong
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V583000 · Sep 20, 2017
Mar 8, 201717V151000

Fuel system, gasoline

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V151000
What's 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.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V151000 · Mar 8, 2017
Jul 2, 200909V248000

Structure: body

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.

DetailsHide details for campaign 09V248000
What's 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.
Campaign
NHTSA 09V248000 · Jul 2, 2009
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volkswagen recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component9

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
9Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
12Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Engine3330012
Fuel/propulsion system222000
Service brakes111000
Seat belts111000
Power train111000
Visibility111000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Fuel/propulsion system

    “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…”

    Filed 02/22/2023 · ODI 11508540
  • Fuel/propulsion system

    “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.”

    Filed 11/21/2017 · ODI 11047937
  • Engine

    “Tl* the contact owns a 2007 volkswagen touareg. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle for an extended period, the contact became ill.”

    Filed 06/27/2017 · ODI 11001604

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2007 Volkswagen Touareg recall questions

How many recalls does the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg have?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. The most recent, 17V583000 (reported September 20, 2017), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg recalls for?

The largest group is fuel system, gasoline, with 2 campaigns. Others: structure (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 9 filed with NHTSA (33%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2007 Volkswagen Touareg?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volkswagen recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Volkswagen dealer.

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