CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Volkswagen Touareg has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (22 reports).
2016 Volkswagen Touareg recalls
Low tire pressure warning may not alert driver
Certain 2016 Volkswagen Touareg vehicles built between July 2015 and March 2016 have a Tire Pressure Monitoring System that may be improperly calibrated.
Brake pedal may dislodge, reducing braking ability
The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip.
Most common 2016 Volkswagen Touareg problems
Problem areas named in the 45 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 22 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 13 |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
The interior door release mechanism broke, trapping my wife in the driver's seat and unable to open the door. Our VW dealer was not able to evaluate the broken mechanism for several days so we took the vehicle to a local repair shop. A disabled senior [XXX] was unable to exit the vehicle, unable to climb over the center console or into the back seat which is a serious safety issue. The outside door handle release was still functional and I was able to open the door. If I were not at home, my wife would have had to call a neighbor, police or fire department to free her from the vehicle. Photograph of broken part is part of this report as well as receipt for the repair. A quick web sear
The car will stop (while driving) for no apparent reason. âPhantom Brakingâ. This is without any known objects/people approaching our vehicle. Itâs a part of the electronic automatic braking system but obviously it is not programmed correctly. It is DANGEROUS. A brief review on internet shows these sudden stops have caused accidents (people rear ending vehicle after sudden stops). Cars have also had to move quickly off highway to avoid collision. Another issue: the Panoramic Sunroof has had frequent issues with water leaks. Weâve already had to pay for one such leak ($1000) and now face payment for a second serious leak which they canât seem to fix. Internet searches show
My lane assist camera is not functioning and Volkswagen is telling me the part is now obsolete and can't be repaired. It is part #7p6907217bxz1y. I took it to Pompano Volkswagen on 4/4/24 and have been waiting for the part which has been out of stock and they (Gunther Volkswagen since Pompano closed) just told me on 8/8/25 the part is no longer available and offer no solution to fix this issue. Seems very odd that a car manufacture would be allowed to not supply a replacement part or be able to fix the problem for a car that is 8 years old. Especially for such an important feature like lane assist and collision avoidance systems - how am I supposed to sell a car without these features functi
UNKNOWN- simply picking up my kids and various alerts came on the dashboard including the ABS brakes error, Parking brake error, and others that I am not sure of. I just bought this suv on Friday from DCH Acura of Montclair, NJ/ Lithia Motors in Verona, NJ [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Rear viewing camera does not display when vehicle is placed in reverse.
2016 Volkswagen Touareg questions
Does the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg: Low tire pressure warning may not alert driver; Brake pedal may dislodge, reducing braking ability. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg?
Based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (22), Forward Collision Avoidance (13), Unknown Or Other (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.