2006 Volkswagen Touareg Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2006 Volkswagen Touareg recalls

Most common 2006 Volkswagen Touareg problems

Problem areas named in the 37 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Fuel/Propulsion System	9
Electrical System	7
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	6
Power Train	5
Air Bags	4
Fuel System, Gasoline	4
Exterior Lighting	4
Engine	2
Engine And Engine Cooling	2
Latches/Locks/Linkages	1

What owners report

2024-10-31, Fuel/Propulsion System
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 vehicle. I love the vehicle, but I am getting headaches and dizziness while driving it. Upon looking up more information on the fuel smell, I came across Volkswagen Manufacture Safety recall 20Ai and 20Z4. Since I last spoke of Community Volkswagen of Santa Maria, they said that the recall has been repaired. However, after further research, this is an Open Recall and is still eligible to be repaired.

2024-07-29, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the passenger’s side front side air bag and the passenger’s side rear side air bag independently deployed. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle had stalled after the air bags had deployed. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approxima

2021-08-19, Vehicle Speed Control
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.

2020-03-02, Electrical System
INSULATION ON WIRING INSIDE HEADLIGHT HOUSING DETERIORATED LEAVING EXPOSED WIRE. SHORT CIRCUIT OCCURRED CAUSING COMPLETE LOSS OF HEADLIGHTS WHILE DRIVING.

2019-11-04, Fuel/Propulsion System
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 VEHICLE ENOUGH TIMES FOR HIM TO DRIVE HOME. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO VOLKSWAGEN OF HUNTINGTON (838 E JERICHO TURNPIKE, HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746, (631) 533-5222) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE TWO FUEL PUMPS FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT HIS EXPENSE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL PUMPS WERE NOT COVERED UNDER THE RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND PROVIDED THE SAME INFORMATION

2006 Volkswagen Touareg questions

Does the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg: Fuel Filter Flange May Crack and Leak, Raising Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg?

Based on 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (9), Electrical System (7), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.