2007 Volkswagen Touareg Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has a complaint index of 83, ranking 3rd worst out of 13 model years, and carries an Avoid verdict. It has 9 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and a top problem area of Engine, with median mileage at failure of 59,460.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 83/100
- #3 of 13 Touareg years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 9
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 12
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 16
- 14 city / 18 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 12 / 0
Top 2007 Volkswagen Touareg problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine3 (33%)
- Fuel System2 (22%)
- Brakes1 (11%)
- HVAC1 (11%)
- Seat Belts1 (11%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (11%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Engine can stall at highway speed with brakes seizing, traced to a defective oil pump bolt.
- Check engine light triggers due to camshaft or crankshaft position sensor codes, sometimes tied to timing chain issues.
- Heating and air conditioning vents let exhaust fumes into the cabin, a problem the dealer could not duplicate.
- A high-pitched noise while driving points to a failed center drive shaft bearing.
- The rear middle seat belt can seize and become unusable.
- The fuel filter flange can crack and leak fuel, matching the fuel system recalls on this model.
2007 Volkswagen Touareg recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 17V583000Sep 20, 2017Fuel System73,941 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 17V151000Mar 8, 2017Fuel System20,908 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline
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.
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. 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.
- NHTSA 09V248000Jul 2, 2009Structure & Body14,416 vehicles
Structure:body
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.
Remedy: 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.
2007 Volkswagen Touareg fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 14 MPG
- Highway
- 18 MPG
- Combined
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $5,550
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2007 compared with other Touareg years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2007 Volkswagen Touareg reliable?
- Compared to other Touareg model years, the 2007 ranks 3rd worst out of 13 years tracked, with a complaint index of 83 and an Avoid verdict based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Touareg?
- NHTSA data shows Engine complaints make up the largest share at 33%, followed by Fuel System at 22%. Reported issues include stalling from a defective oil pump bolt and cracked fuel filter flanges.
- Does the 2007 Touareg have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2007 Touareg: two involving a fuel filter flange that can crack and leak fuel, and one for a roof edge spoiler whose fastening struts can crack and detach.
- At what mileage do 2007 Touareg problems tend to show up?
- Median mileage at failure across complaints is 59,460, though it varies by system: Engine issues showed up at a median of 69,000 miles and HVAC issues at 49,920 miles.
- Which Touareg years are better than 2007?
- Among other years listed, 2015 and 2017 earn a Best verdict with complaint indexes of 0 and 17, while 2006, 2009, 2011, and 2013 earn a Good verdict, all ranking better than the 2007 model.