2006 Volkswagen Touareg problems, complaints & recalls

2024-10-31 · Fuel/Propulsion System

“i get dizzy every time i drive my 2006 volkswagen touareg. there is a fuel smell inside the cabin and outside of the driver's rear wheel well. i noticed this during the short time i park in my garage. since, the noticeable smell, i have been parking outside and have since minimized by use of the vehicle. i love the vehicle, but i am getting headach…”

2024-07-29 · Air Bags · 173,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2006 volkswagen touareg. the contact stated while driving at approximately 40 mph, the passenger’s side front side air bag and the passenger’s side rear side air bag independently deployed. the contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. the contact stated that the vehicle had stalled after the air bags had deploy…”

2021-08-19 · Vehicle Speed Control

“while driving the vehicle it will slow down and will not accelerate even while pressing the gas. it may even cut off. i have to keep pushing the pedal maybe 3 to 5 times before it will accelerate. this happens even on the freeway. i don't drive it anymore because of fear i might have an accident.…”

2020-03-02 · Visibility/Wiper · 165,000 mi

“insulation on wiring inside headlight housing deteriorated leaving exposed wire. short circuit occurred causing complete loss of headlights while driving.…”

2019-11-04 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 160,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2006 volkswagen touareg. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 17v583000 (fuel system, gasoline), but did not have the vehicle immediately serviced. while driving 30 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. the contact was able to restart the vehicle enough times for him to drive home. the contact …”

2018-12-07 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 70,000 mi

“i got my car repaired for this issue after smelling gas leakage before vw released the relevant recall campaign. i sent vw all receipt for repair paid by my pocket money, but vw refused to reimburse for my expense because i got it repaired too early. i did on 09/17/2014 but vw states that only the repair was done between 09/20/2016 and 03/19/2018.…”

2018-12-04 · Fuel/Propulsion System

“i have a vw touareg v8 2006. on saturday 12/01/18 i took the car to vw david maus dealer @lee rd, orlando, fl for the safety recall -fuel pump flange replacement'- after they performed the job, my car stated to misfires, decrease in power and acceleration and it shut off while driving. they want me to authorize them to perform a diagnostic test…”

2018-05-24 · Fuel System, Gasoline

“2006 volkswagen touareg. consumer writes seeking reimbursement for vehicle repairs related to a safety recall. *ld the consumer stated the manufacturer refused to provide a full reimbursement for the recall , due to the vehicle being repaired by an independent mechanic. *js the consumer stated the manufacturer reimbursed only a portion of …”

2018-02-26 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 91,287 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2006 volkswagen touareg. while driving various speeds, the check engine warning indicator remained illuminated. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v583000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonabl…”

2017-12-29 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 80,000 mi

“fuel smell on the rear passenger side coming from the fuel filter tank area. fuel tank is located at the bottom the rear seats. the fuel fumes are very strong we are afraid the car might catch fire. the fumes smell like fresh fuel. the fuel fumes are very strong especially after using the car after a 3 mile round trip grocery errands. *tr…”