Volkswagen Touareg years to avoid and best years
Newer Volkswagen Touareg years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2014 has the most complaints per year, at 4 (27 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2015 at 1 (from 24 complaints), 2016 at 2 (from 44 complaints), and 2012 at 3 (from 28 complaints). On the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg, 6 of 27 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
Volkswagen Touareg reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Volkswagen Touareg. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 2017 → | 4 | 24 | 1 | Engine | 19 |
| 2016 → Fewest | 2 | 44 | 2 | Engine | 21.5 |
| 2015 → Fewest | 1 | 24 | 2 | Engine | 21 |
| 2014 → Most | 4 | 27 | 2 | Engine | 21 |
| 2013 → | 4 | 30 | 2 | Fuel and propulsion system | 21 |
| 2012 → Fewest | 3 | 28 | 2 | Steering | 20.7 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 5W-40 or 5W-30 (capacity about 7.1–8.1 qt with filter by engine)
- Tire size
- 255/55R18, 265/50R19, 275/45R20 (trim-dependent; some markets also 235/65R17)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 16V-170 covers certain 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles: the brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pedal to dislodge. The campaign lists 46,574 vehicles; dealers inspect for the clip and install any that are missing. Recall 18V-329 covers certain 2011-2015 Touareg vehicles among other VW models for a Takata driver air-bag inflator concern. Recall 21V-321 covers certain 2017 Touareg GP vehicles among other VW models.
Frequently asked questions
Which Volkswagen Touareg years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2015 at 1 (from 24 complaints), 2016 at 2 (from 44 complaints), and 2012 at 3 (from 28 complaints).
Which Volkswagen Touareg year has the most owner complaints?
2014 has the most complaints per year, at 4 (27 complaints). On the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg, 6 of 27 complaints name Engine.
How do Volkswagen Touareg owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Volkswagen Touareg years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones.
What engine oil does a Volkswagen Touareg use?
This generation commonly lists 5W-40 or 5W-30 meeting VW specs; capacity is roughly 7.1–8.1 qt with filter depending on engine—confirm the manual.
What tire sizes does a Volkswagen Touareg use?
US OEM fitments commonly include 255/55R18, 265/50R19, and 275/45R20 depending on trim and wheel package.
What brake-pedal recall affects certain Touareg models?
Recall 16V-170 covers certain 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles where the brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip.