Model year
2009 Volkswagen Touareg
NHTSA lists 2 recalls and 19 complaints for the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (8), STEERING (3), AIR BAGS (2). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 15–20 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $4,800–$5,500, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2004 231 complaints
- 2005 75 complaints
- 2006 37 complaints
- 2007 9 complaints
- 2008 56 complaints
- 2009 19 complaints
- 2010 25 complaints
- 2011 16 complaints
- 2012 28 complaints
- 2013 30 complaints
- 2014 27 complaints
- 2015 24 complaints
- 2016 45 complaints
- 2017 24 complaints
Recalls
17V151000 · Mar 8, 2017
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.
09V248000 · Jul 2, 2009
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.
Complaints
19 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA11003 | High-Pressure Fuel Pump Failure · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | Feb 7, 2011 | Mar 27, 2015 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg · 4.2L · Automatic (S6) · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 18 | 15 | — | — | $5,500 |
| Touareg · 3.6L · Automatic (S6) · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 14 | 20 | 16 | — | — | $5,150 |
| Touareg · 3L · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive | Diesel · Diesel | 17 | 24 | 20 | — | — | $4,800 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2009 Volkswagen Touareg at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.