2007 Volkswagen Touareg Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Touareg years
- Not enough data 14th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. That ranks 14th out of 14 Touareg model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 33%), typically at around 69,000 miles. Complaints mention 12 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 9owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 33% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 22% | 111,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 11% | 41,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 11% | 37,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 11% | 88,500 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 11% | 49,920 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Volkswagen Touareg recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
Fuel system, gasoline
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Structure:body
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
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.
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 have to pay for the recall. But what happens when…
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. They said at the time nothing was wrong. We started…
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. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS SEVEN YEAR OLD SON BECAME UNCONSCIOUS…
The check engine light (mil) came on while driving. I experienced a lack of power and performance. Had it checked at an auto parts store and they said the trouble code was for camshaft/crankshaft positioning sensor. I replaced both camshaft sensors and the crankshaft sensor and reset the code. 400…
The brake booster continually goes out and the vw dealership can't find anything wrong. When the brake pedal is depressed several times in rapid succession either while you are moving or just standing still, it becomes incredibly hard to further push down and the brakes become almost completely…
Other Volkswagen Touareg years
← 2006 Touareg · 2008 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 | 9 | 3 |
| 2006 Touareg | 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 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 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.