2006 Volkswagen Touareg Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Touareg years
- More complaints than other years 5th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. That ranks 5th out of 14 Touareg model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (9 complaints, 24%), typically at around 103,644 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 37owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Volkswagen Touareg problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 24% | 103,644 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 19% | 50,584 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 14% | 59,700 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 11% | 74,750 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 11% | 76,255 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 11% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 11% | 26,854 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 5% | 74,144 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 3% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3% | 16,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% | 2,500 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 3% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3% | 165,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Volkswagen Touareg recalls (1)
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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I get dizzy every time I drive my 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. There is a fuel smell inside the cabin and outside of the driver's rear wheel well. I noticed this during the short time I park in my garage. Since, the noticeable smell, I have been parking outside and have since minimized by use of the…
The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the passengerâs side front side air bag and the passengerâs side rear side air bag independently deployed. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated…
While driving the vehicle it will slow down and will not accelerate even while pressing the gas. It may even cut off. I have to keep pushing the pedal maybe 3 to 5 times before it will accelerate. This happens even on the freeway. I don't drive it anymore because of fear I might have an accident.
Insulation on wiring inside headlight housing deteriorated leaving exposed wire. Short circuit occurred causing complete loss of headlights while driving.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V583000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE), BUT DID NOT HAVE THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY SERVICED. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE…
Other Volkswagen Touareg years
← 2005 Touareg · 2007 Touareg →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Touareg | 24 | 1 |
| 2016 Touareg | 45 | 2 |
| 2015 Touareg | 24 | 2 |
| 2014 Touareg | 27 | 2 |
| 2013 Touareg | 30 | 2 |
| 2012 Touareg | 28 | 2 |
| 2011 Touareg | 16 | 2 |
| 2010 Touareg | 25 | 1 |
| 2009 Touareg | 19 | 2 |
| 2008 Touareg | 56 | 4 |
| 2007 Touareg | 9 | 3 |
| 2006 | 37 | 1 |
| 2005 Touareg | 75 | 2 |
| 2004 Touareg | 231 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Touareg model years, the 2006 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.