2010 Volkswagen Touareg
Only 25 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 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 25 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 25 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
13 of 25 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Previous recall in 2017 regarding fuel filter housing cracks and seals has failed. In 2017 it was approved to allow VW to use cellophane sticky tape to cover the fuel filter crack in plastic housing. It has failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-10
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. Whenever the vehicle was parked or being driven, there was a fuel odor emitted through the air vents and around the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-10
Engine
7 of 25 total reports mention: engine.
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While traveling approximately 75 MPH on an interstate the vehicle suddenly lost power/turned off. There were no warning lights, no noises, no vibrations, no signs of anything.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-11-12
Also filed under Fuel system, diesel
Fuel system, diesel
4 of 25 total reports mention: fuel system, diesel.
Power train
2 of 25 total reports mention: power train.
Electrical system
2 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system.
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During the process of filling the almost empty tank with diesel fuel, an electrical short (Per report of the local fire department that was called in) created heat that was able to melt part of the tank in the area of the filling nozzle, completely...
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-04-25
Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2011-02-07Engineering analysisClosed 2015-03-27 High-Pressure Fuel Pump Failure
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Volkswagen Touareg — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, diesel: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V151000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2010 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.