2007 Volkswagen Touareg
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2007
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2007: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 231 |
| 2005 | 75 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 56 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 45 |
| 2017 | 24 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
3 of 9 total reports mention: engine.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-06-27
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-19
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 9 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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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 Iâve been told they fixed it before but Iâve never gotten it fixed maybe the previous owner I took it Volkswagen they said I...
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-02-22
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-21
Visibility
1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing defroster/defogger/hvac system.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-01-19
Service brakes
1 of 9 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Seat belts
1 of 9 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-17
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2009-08-31Structure09V248000 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…
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.
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2017-08-03Fuel system, gasoline17V151000 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.
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.
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2018-03-09Fuel system, gasoline17V583000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2007 Volkswagen Touareg — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09V248000 · Structure
- Recall 17V151000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 17V583000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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- Is the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.