2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid recalls and problems
The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Volkswagen dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid recalls
Recall 16V-035: Hybrid Propulsion System
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Touareg Hybrid vehicles manufactured March 20, 2010, to April 11, 2015. The hybrid battery tray may not drain water sufficiently. If water collects in the hybrid battery tray, it may cause an electrical short in the high voltage battery.
Risk: An electrical short in the high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a fitted drain valve to allow water to drain properly, free of charge. The recall began late February 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this 53B8.
Recall 11V-195: Equipment
Problem: Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2011 touareg hybrid vehicles, manufactured from july 2, 2010, through february 3, 2011. The certification labels on these vehicles contain incorrect tire pressure information and therefore fail to comply with the requirements of motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims."
Risk: Incorrect tire pressure information could lead to an owner improperly inflating the vehicle tires. Driving on improperly inflated tires can lead to premature tire wear and possibly a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install an overlay containing the correct tire pressure information onto the existing vehicle certification label free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 19, 2011. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid: 16V-035 (hybrid propulsion system), 11V-195 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Volkswagen recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volkswagen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.