Federal safety data shows 2 recalls and 24 complaints for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

18V3290002018-16-05

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.

If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.

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16V1700002016-24-03

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.

If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 24 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine12

02Forward Collision Avoidance2

03Forward Collision Avoidance,lane Departure2

04Tires2

05Engine And Engine Cooling1

24 total across 1 model years (2015–2015)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volkswagen Touareg Fuel Economy

19–23mpg combined

17-20city

23-29hwy

$3,700-$4,300/yr

The 2015 Volkswagen Touareg delivers 19 to 23 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Touareg - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel DriveDiesel

20 city29 hwy~$3,700/yr5/10 Average

Touareg Hybrid - Automatic (S8)

21mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Supercharged · All-Wheel Drive

20 city24 hwy~$3,900/yr5/10 Average

Touareg - Automatic (S8)

19mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

17 city23 hwy~$4,300/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2015 Volkswagen Touareg

31States

22%in top 3

Washington has the most inventory at 8%, with options spread across 31 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

WAWashington

108%

NCNorth Carolina

97%

TXTexas

97%

FLFlorida

97%

MNMinnesota

86%

OHOhio

86%

DCWashington DC

76%

AZArizona

65%

CACalifornia

65%

MDMaryland

54%

UTUtah

54%

ILIllinois

54%

COColorado

54%

INIndiana

43%

MIMichigan

32%

NJNew Jersey

32%

NYNew York

32%

GAGeorgia

32%

MOMissouri

32%

DE2

OK2

OR2

PA2

IA1

ID1

NE1

NH1

VT1

NM1

NV1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2015.

2015 Volkswagen Touareg Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg a good car to buy?

The 2015 Volkswagen Touareg has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is engine, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg?

Depending on configuration, the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg delivers 19–23 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg?

ENGINE is the number-one complaint area for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg, based on 24 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.