2012 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid recalls and problems
The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Volkswagen dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2012 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2012 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 15V-019: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 24AP for Audi customers and 24BK for Volkswagen customers.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid: 16V-035 (hybrid propulsion system), 15V-019 (fuel system, gasoline). 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.