Does the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg have any recalls?

The 2016 Volkswagen Touareg has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg?

67 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg?

There are 591 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg.

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2016 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.

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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

Trims covered

V6 Executive Sport Utility 4-Door
TDI Sport Sport Utility 4-Door
TDI Executive Sport Utility 4-Door
R-Line Sport Utility 4-Door
TDI Lux Sport Utility 4-Door
Highline Sport Utility 4-Door
V6 Sport Sport Utility 4-Door
Execline Sport Utility 4-Door
Base Sport Utility 4-Door
Comfortline Sport Utility 4-Door
V6 Lux Sport Utility 4-Door
Sportline Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

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

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

2016 Volkswagen Touareg Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V24300026/04/2016Component: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toureg vehicles manufactured July 7, 2015 to March 3, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the Tire Pressure Monitoring S

Consequence

If the vehicle is driven on underinflated tires, the tires may fail suddenly, increasing the risk of

Remedy

Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will correct the TPMS settings and replace the safety ce

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 #11027254

Diagnosis for Excessive Current Draw.

Showing the 8 most recent of 591 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20210216Component: STRUCTURE:BODY3 injured

DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AS A COLD FRONT APPROACHED, OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DROPPED TO 17 DEGREES. ALL OF A SUDDEN WE HEARD A LOUD SOUND, LIKE A GUNSHOT AND IMMEDIATELY GLASS FELL ON OUR HEADS. THE SUNROOF

20251113Component: SERVICE BRAKES

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

20251113Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

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

20251113Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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

20250816Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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 bee

Showing the 5 most serious of 67 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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