Does the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg have any recalls?

The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg?

20 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg?

There are 877 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.

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2011 Volkswagen Touareg service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

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Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door
TDI Sport Utility 4-Door
VR6 Sport Utility 4-Door
Highline Sport Utility 4-Door
Execline Sport Utility 4-Door
Base Sport Utility 4-Door
Comfortline Sport Utility 4-Door
Execline TDI Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

3.0L 2995CC V6 FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV) DOHC Supercharged
3.0L 2967CC 181Cu. In. V6 DIESEL DOHC Turbocharged
3.6L 3597CC 219Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
4.2L 4163CC V8 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2011 Volkswagen Touareg Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V17000024/03/2016Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and

Consequence

If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly to verify the prese

TSB #11030847

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial opera

TSB #11030841

Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting

TSB #11030838

Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors

TSB #11030829

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct multiple test plans: All basic settings test for the following comp

TSB #11030828

Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color

TSB #11030826

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent warning regarding counterfeit replacement airbag inflators that are being installed in used vehicles.

TSB #11028490

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct a test that is not reading any information from the battery data mo

TSB #11026184

What is and what is not a leaking suspension strut.

Showing the 8 most recent of 877 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20120221Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported

IN A FRONT-ON COLLISION THAT CAUSED $22,000 OF DAMAGE TO THE FRONT OF MY VEHICLE, NEITHER OF THE FRONT AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *TR

20160531Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER2 injured

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60MPH ON A SMOOTH TWO LANE WIDE HIGHWAY THE FRONT SUNROOF PANEL (PANORAMIC) SHATTERED. THERE WERE NO OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ROAD, NO OVERPASSES AND NO TREES ABOVE. IT W

20211104Component: ENGINE

On my 2011 VW Touareg TDI there is an exhaust leak. Can be smelled within seconds of starting it. A turbo/EGR pipe cracks and the result is a serious exhaust leak under hood right next to where air is

20210319Component: ENGINE

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VOLKSWAGEN OF NORWOOD (1280 PROVIDENCE

20200614Component: ENGINE

THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES, AT LOW SPEEDS, CAR GOES INTO LIMP HOME MODE RANDOMLY AND CREAKS ALONG AT 8 MILES AN HOUR, MOST RECENTLY LOST BRAKING POWER AND MESSAGE COMES UP "HYBRID ERROR, PULL OV

Showing the 5 most serious of 20 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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