2010 Volkswagen Touareg recalls
Reported Mar 8, 2017 · 20,908 vehicles affected · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem: 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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange if cracks are found. A protective cover will be applied to the fuel filter to prevent oxidization cracks from forming. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 20Z4.
2010 Volkswagen Touareg problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 | |
| Engine | 7 | |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 4 | |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 75,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2010 Volkswagen Touareg complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Oct 10, 2024
Previous recall in 2017 regarding fuel filter housing cracks and seals has failed. In 2017 it was approved to allow VW to use cellophane sticky tape to cover the fuel filter crack in plastic housing. It has failed. The car has 43,000 miles, the cabin has strong odor smell. The left rear wheel arch has extremely strong gasoline smell. How was VW able to get approval to fix a serious fuel leak with sticky tape?
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Sep 28, 2021
I have a 2010 VW Touarge V6, recently it started leaking fuel out, after taking the car to VW dealership, they told me the fuel was leaking out from the fuel filter flange. VW had a recall on (2007-2010 VW Touarge) fuel filter flange back in 2017 (see below) https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RCRIT-17V151-3759.pdf They acknowledges that there was a flaw in the fuel filter flange that the plastic part could crack and leak out fuel after some years. Back in 2017, I took the car to VW dealership and the recall repair they did on my car was to install a protective film on the flange (since they…
Engine · reported Jul 27, 2021
my 2010 vw touareg tdi 3.0 have 2 service campaign 23r3 and 26k2 which is commonly known for vw tdi diesel scandal. i took my car to vw they said they will replace the catalytic converts and knox sensors. and the ad blue box. today i got a call stating that my car will not get a catalytic converter that's epa compliant. and they can only do computer software and replce 2 glow plugs out of the 6 and that's cant be done before i replace a knox sensor which is the service campaign is for then when the check engine light is off i can take it back to vvw to replace the parts and program the…
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 84,000 miles · reported Jul 16, 2019
Safety recall 20z4 fuel pump flange vw had a safety recall about the fuel pump flange. But they did not replace the flange for me. Instead they only put a protective film there which did not work. Now my vehicle is leaking fuel but vw refused to cover it. The problem is still there and their recall simply do not fix the problem. The vehicle was stationary. It has been leaking fuel for a few days.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 135,000 miles · reported May 24, 2019
High pressure fuel pump failed causing our vehicle to stall with no power in the middle of a very busy off ramp from the highway. I had my son, wife and dog in the car. I could not move the 5000lb vehicle off the road, so I removed my family to side of the road while directed traffic. Vw dealer then came for us while I waited for the tow truck. Very dangerous. Now at dealer and vw is claiming many many very expensive issues with it due to this failure that they will not pay for, we were 837 miles from our home. Had to stay 2 nights in a hotel and rent a car to drive home. They still cannot fix…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg: 17V-151 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg?
Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (13 reports), followed by engine (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 75,000 miles.
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.