Volkswagen Touareg recalls

29 official safety recalls for the Volkswagen Touareg from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Hybrid battery fault may create a fire risk while charging

    Reported December 15, 2025Model years 2023–2024DVSA recall R/2026/001308 vehicles affected

    Deviations in high-voltage battery modules may cause a fault over the vehicle's life. Charging the battery could then create a fire risk. Until the vehicle is checked, do not charge it externally; in hybrid mode, use battery hold at no more than 50% charge and avoid pure electric driving. Hybrid battery management software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Hybrid battery management reprogramming
    Defect
    On Touareg vehicles with hybrid drive systems and of a limited production period there may be deviations on the high-voltage battery system. A measure is necessary because on individual battery modules deviations with important technical parameters were established. Over the life of the vehicle these can cause a fault in the affected battery modules. As a result charging the high-voltage battery can cause a danger of fire with the risk of severe to life threatening injuries for persons in and/or outside of the vehicle as well as severe material damage. NOTE: Until the check of your vehicle has been completed we ask that you do not charge the high-voltage battery externally. In hybrid mode select the setting “battery hold” at a charge level of max. 50%. Also avoid pure electric driving.
    Remedy
    On the affected vehicles the software in the control unit for hybrid battery management is updated

  2. Front seat side airbag may not be secured

    Reported December 20, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/35689 vehicles affected

    The front left seat side airbag may not be secured correctly to the seat frame. It will be inspected and, if needed, removed and correctly reinstalled.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On certain vehicles the side airbag fitted in the seat (front left) may not have been correctly secured onto the seat frame.
    Defect
    On certain vehicles the side airbag fitted in the seat (front left) may not have been correctly secured onto the seat frame.
    Remedy
    Inspect the side airbag unit and where necessary remove and correctly reinstall the side airbag

  3. Rear lid spindle drive may separate and expand

    Reported October 13, 2021Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2021/391209 vehicles affected

    If the rear lid is pushed up too far by hand, its electric spindle drive may suddenly separate and expand. The drive units will be checked and replaced if affected.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    IF THE REAR LID IS OPENED AND MANUALLY PUSHED UP TOO FAR THE ELECTRIC SPINDLE DRIVE CAN SUDDENLY SEPARATE AND EXPAND
    Defect
    If the rear lid is opened and manually pushed up too far the electric spindle drive can suddenly separate and expand.
    Remedy
    The drive unit(s) for the rear lid are to be checked and if within the affected rangereplaced.

  4. Rear transverse link nuts may be defective

    Reported June 21, 2021Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2021/23787 vehicles affected

    Nuts with incorrect material quality were fitted to the right and left lower transverse links on the multi-link rear axle. The nuts will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    NUTS FITTED IN THE BOLTED CONNECTION OF THE RIGHT AND LEFT TRANSVERSE LINK MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFCATION
    Defect
    Nuts of deviating material quality were fitted in the bolted connection of the right and left transverse link on the bottom of the multi-link rear axle.
    Remedy
    The nuts of the right and left transverse link on the bottom of the multi-link rear axle will be replaced.

  5. Vehicles may not meet safety standards

    Reported May 5, 2021Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 21V32100046 vehicles affected

    These vehicles were sold without confirmation that they met all applicable requirements and may have been modified. They may fail to comply with safety standards, increasing the risk of injury, crash or fire. The manufacturer will repurchase the vehicles.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    UNKNOWN OR OTHER
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Touareg GP, Tiguan, Golf A6, E-Golf GP, CCF, 2016-2017 Passat GP, 2018-2019 Golf R GP, and 2018 Atlas vehicles. These internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may have been modified prior to sale. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
    Consequence
    Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of injury, crash, or fire.
    Remedy
    Volkswagen will repurchase the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01F1.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  6. Gearbox oil pipe may leak

    Reported May 13, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2020/132255 vehicles affected

    A welded connection on the gearbox oil pipe may leak, allowing gear oil to escape. The pipe will be checked and replaced if it is from the affected production period.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A WELDED CONNECTION OF THE GEARBOX OIL PIPE CAN CAUSE A LEAK OF GEAR OIL
    Defect
    A welded connection of the gearbox oil pipe can cause a leak of gear oil.
    Remedy
    Check whether the gearbox oil pipe is within the affected production period. If this is the case the pipe is replaced.

  7. Steering shaft connection may loosen

    Reported March 18, 2020Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2020/07922 vehicles affected

    The bolted connection between the steering shaft and steering rack may not be tightened to the correct torque. The intermediate steering shaft connection will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BOLTED CONNECTION BETWEEN STEERING SHAFT AND STEERING RACK MAY LOOSEN
    Defect
    The bolted connection between the steering shaft and the steering rack may not have been tightened to the correct torque.
    Remedy
    The bolted connection of the intermediate steering shaft has to be replaced

  8. Front shock absorber fork may lack rigidity

    Reported February 27, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/06410 vehicles affected

    A casting process error may affect the rigidity of the front shock absorber fork. The affected forks will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE SHOCK ABSORBER FORK ON THE FRONT AXLE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH CORRECT CASTING TEMPERATURE
    Defect
    A casting process error may affect the rigidity of the front shock absorber fork.
    Remedy
    Replace the affected shock absorber forks.

  9. Rear seat belt buckle holder may be too weak

    Reported November 27, 2018Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2018/334110 vehicles affected

    The right rear seat belt buckle holder may not meet strength requirements. The seat belt buckle assembly will be checked and replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE BELT BUCKLE HOLDER OF REAR RIGHT SEAT MAY NOT MEET THE STRENGTH REQUIREMENTS
    Defect
    The seat belt buckle holder of the right rear seat may not meet specification.
    Remedy
    Check and replaces seat belt buckle assembly.

  10. Vehicle modifications may affect regulatory compliance

    Reported May 16, 2018Model years 2011–2015NHTSA campaign 18V329000252 vehicles affected

    Modifications made during an internal evaluation may leave the vehicles out of compliance with applicable requirements, potentially increasing the risk of a crash, fire or injury. The manufacturer will have dealers repair the vehicles or repurchase them if necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    UNKNOWN OR OTHER
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
    Remedy
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  11. Fuel filter flange may crack and leak

    Reported September 20, 2017Model years 2004–2007NHTSA campaign 17V58300073,941 vehicles affected

    The fuel filter flange may crack and leak fuel, increasing the risk of fire if fuel meets an ignition source. Dealers will inspect the flange and replace it if cracked; if not, they will install a protective cover. Repairs are free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Touareg vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel filter flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filter flange for cracks, replacing the flange if cracks are found. If no cracks are found, a protective cover will be installed onto the filter flange. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Ai.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  12. Fuel filter flange may crack and leak

    Reported March 8, 2017Model years 2007–2010NHTSA campaign 17V15100020,908 vehicles affected

    The fuel filter flange may crack and leak fuel, increasing fire risk if fuel reaches an ignition source. Dealers will inspect and replace cracked flanges and apply a protective cover free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  13. Tire pressure system may not warn of low pressure

    Reported April 26, 2016Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 16V243000366 vehicles affected

    An incorrectly calibrated tire pressure monitoring system may fail to warn of low pressure, and the tire pressure label is incorrect. Underinflated tires may fail suddenly and increase crash risk. Dealers will correct the system settings and replace the label, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toureg vehicles manufactured July 7, 2015 to March 3, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may be improperly calibrated and, as a result, the TPMS may fail to warn the driver that the tire pressure is low. Additionally, the tire pressures printed on the Safety Certification labels are incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
    Consequence
    If the vehicle is driven on underinflated tires, the tires may fail suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will correct the TPMS settings and replace the safety certification label, free of charge. The recall began on May 13, 2016. Volkwagen's number for this recall is 44M9.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  14. Brake pedal pivot shaft clip may be missing

    Reported March 26, 2016Model years 2010–2016DVSA recall R/2016/06017,163 vehicles affected

    A missing retaining clip may allow the brake pedal pivot shaft to move, reducing braking efficiency and potentially causing loss of braking. Inspect the shaft mounting and fit a new clip if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKE PEDAL MAY FAIL AND MAKE HARD BRAKING IMPOSSIBLE
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the retaining clip for the pivot shaft of the brake pedal bearing may have inadvertently been lost during assembly. Movement of the shaft may affect braking efficiency and in extreme cases cause loss of braking.
    Remedy
    Inspect pivot shaft mounting and where necessary fit a new clip.

  15. Brake pedal pivot pin may move

    Reported March 24, 2016Model years 2011–2016NHTSA campaign 16V17000046,574 vehicles affected

    A missing securing clip may allow the brake pedal pivot pin to move and the pedal to dislodge, preventing the driver from applying the brakes and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the assembly and install any missing clips free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly to verify the presence of the securing clip and install any missing securing clips, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46G4.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  16. Water in spare wheel well may cause a fire

    Reported February 5, 2016Model years 2010–2016DVSA recall R/2016/014121 vehicles affected

    Water may collect in the spare wheel well and cause the battery to short circuit, potentially causing a fire. An additional drain valve will be fitted.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FIRE MAY OCCUR
    Defect
    Water ingress may gather in the spare wheel well may accumulate and cause the battery to short circuit.In extreme cases this could cause a fire.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles fit an additional drain valve to the spare wheel well.

  17. Hybrid battery tray may collect water

    Reported January 25, 2016Model years 2011–2015NHTSA campaign 16V035000825 vehicles affected

    The hybrid battery tray may not drain water properly. Collected water could cause an electrical short in the high-voltage battery, increasing fire risk. Dealers will install a drain valve, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    An electrical short in the high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  18. Fuel may leak from the injector rails

    Reported April 20, 2015Model years 2011–2012DVSA recall R/2015/05913 vehicles affected

    Fuel may leak from the injector rails; a fuel smell or visible leak may be noticed. The injector rails and seals will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    Fuel may leak from the injector rails. Drivers may notice a smell of fuel and or evidence of a leak
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace injector rails and seals.

  19. Fuel injection system may leak

    Reported January 20, 2015Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 15V01900026,008 vehicles affected

    The fuel injection system may leak, and fuel near an ignition source can cause a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel rails and seals free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  20. Tire pressure label has incorrect information

    Reported March 29, 2011Model years 2011NHTSA campaign 11V195000256 vehicles affected

    The certification label gives incorrect tire pressure information, which could lead to improper inflation, premature tire wear and possibly a crash. An overlay with the correct information will be installed on the label free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
    Defect
    VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 TOUAREG HYBRID VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 2, 2010, THROUGH FEBRUARY 3, 2011. THE CERTIFICATION LABELS ON THESE VEHICLES CONTAIN INCORRECT TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION AND THEREFORE FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS."
    Consequence
    INCORRECT TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION COULD LEAD TO AN OWNER IMPROPERLY INFLATING THE VEHICLE TIRES. DRIVING ON IMPROPERLY INFLATED TIRES CAN LEAD TO PREMATURE TIRE WEAR AND POSSIBLY A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN OVERLAY CONTAINING THE CORRECT TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION ONTO THE EXISTING VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE APRIL 19, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
    Notes
    OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

  21. Rear spoiler holders may break

    Reported August 17, 2009Model years 2006–2009DVSA recall R/2009/0686,428 vehicles affected

    The rear spoiler holders may break while driving, allowing the spoiler to detach. The spoiler's three attachment areas will be modified with bonded reinforcements.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REAR SPOILER COULD BECOME DETACHED WHEN DRIVING.
    Defect
    It has been identified that the holders of the rear spoiler may break. Should this occur whilst the vehicle is being driven the spoiler may detach completely.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the three attachment areas of the rear spoiler modified with additional bonded on reinforcements

  22. Roof edge spoiler struts may crack

    Reported July 2, 2009Model years 2007–2009NHTSA campaign 09V24800014,416 vehicles affected

    Cracked fastening struts may let the roof edge spoiler loosen and detach without warning. It could strike someone outside the vehicle or become an obstacle, possibly causing a crash. Dealers will install reinforcement wedges free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STRUCTURE:BODY
    Defect
    VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 14,416 MY 2007-2009 TOUAREG VEHICLES. THE FASTENING STRUTS ON THE ROOF EDGE SPOILER CAN CRACK, CAUSING THE SPOILER TO BECOME LOOSE AND POSSIBLY DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING, EVEN THOUGH INITIALLY THE SPOILER MAY FEEL SECURE.
    Consequence
    IF THIS HAPPENS, THE SPOILER COULD CAUSE INJURY BY STRIKING PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE OR COULD BECOME AN OBSTACLE TO OTHER DRIVERS, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSTALL REINFORCEMENT WEDGES TO THE ROOF EDGE SPOILER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2009. OWNER MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
    Notes
    VOLKSWAGEN RECALL NO.66D6/S5. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

  23. Fuel line connector may leak

    Reported January 28, 2008Model years 2008NHTSA campaign 08V03500096 vehicles affected

    A production change may have left the fuel supply line connector insufficiently sealed, causing a fuel leak that could lead to a fire near an ignition source. Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel supply line if needed.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A FUEL SUPPLY LINE WAS CHANGED DURING PRODUCTION WHICH COULD LEAD TO INSUFFICIENT SEALING OF THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE CONNECTOR.
    Consequence
    THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO A FUEL LEAK. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987.
    Notes
    VWOA RECALL NO. 20N4 (R4).CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  24. Owner's manual lacks tyre pressure monitoring instructions

    Reported June 25, 2007Model years 2008NHTSA campaign 07V2850003,100 vehicles affected

    The owner's manual is missing instructions for the tyre pressure monitoring system, which warns of significant under-inflation and related safety problems. Owners will be sent an insert with the required information.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
    Defect
    CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS." THE OWNER'S MANUAL IS MISSING THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS.
    Consequence
    THIS STANDARD SPECIFIES PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS (TPMS) TO WARN DRIVERS OF SIGNIFICANT UNDER-INFLATION OF TIRES AND THE RESULTING SAFETY PROBLEMS.
    Remedy
    OWNERS WILL BE SENT AN OWNER'S MANUAL INSERT CONTAINING THE REQUIRED TPMS INFORMATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 6, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-893-5298.
    Notes
    VW RECALL NO. N9.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  25. Seat belt may not secure some child restraints

    Reported December 15, 2004Model years 2004–2005NHTSA campaign 04V59200050,483 vehicles affected

    The seat belt may switch out of child-restraint locking mode with certain child seats, leaving the restraint unsecured in a crash and increasing the risk of injury or death. Dealers will install clips in the two rear outboard seat belts to prevent this.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS
    Defect
    CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." ALL THREE REAR SEAT POSITIONS AND THE FRONT PASSENGER POSITION ARE EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT HAVE A LOCKING FEATURE WHICH CONVERTS THE RETRACTOR FROM AN EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR (ELR) MODE TO AN AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR) MODE FOR THE PURPOSES OF CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION. THE BELT MAY DEACTIVATE THE ALR MODE WITH CERTAIN CHILD RESTRAINTS.
    Consequence
    WHEN INVOLVED IN A CRASH, THE CHILD RESTRAINTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES OR DEATH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY INSTALL A 'CLIP' IN EACH OF THE TWO REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS. THE CLIPS WILL PREVENT UNWANTED DEACTIVATION OF THE ALR MODE WITH CHILD SEAT INSTALLATIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 11, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VW AT 1-800-822-8987.
    Notes
    VW RECALL NO. UY.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  26. Rear seatbelt locks may have a riveting defect

    Reported August 12, 2004Model years 2002–2003DVSA recall R/2004/1153,068 vehicles affected

    Some rear seatbelt locks may have a riveting defect. The locks will be checked and changed if found to have the defect.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FAULTY REAR SEAT BELT LOCKS
    Defect
    It has been identified that on a number of Tourag vehicles the rear seat belts may have been fitted with locks which have a revetting defect.
    Remedy
    Recall likely to be affected vehicles and check the rear seat belt locks for compliance. Should they be found to be suffering from the defect the locks will be changed.

  27. Rear seat belt latch bolt may be insecure

    Reported May 19, 2004Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 04V23300024,269 vehicles affected

    The rear seat belt latch attachment bolt may be insufficiently riveted. In a crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect the buckle and replace it if necessary.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE REAR SEAT BELT LATCH ATTACHMENT BOLT MAY HAVE BEEN INSUFFICIENTLY RIVETED.
    Consequence
    IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BELT BUCKLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 21, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
    Notes
    VWOA RECALL NO. VN.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  28. Parking brake may chafe wiring loom and seat console may fail

    Reported March 9, 2004Model years 2002–2003DVSA recall R/2004/026789 vehicles affected

    The foot-operated parking brake may chafe the main wiring loom, and faulty welding may weaken the left seat console in a severe rear crash. Some vehicles also need an additional fuel tank earth connection. Fit anti-chafing protection, check and replace the console if needed, and add the earth connection where required.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    WIRING LOOM MAY CHAFE AND LEFT SEAT CONSOLE MAY NOT WITHSTAND SEVERE REAR CRASH
    Defect
    The foot operated parking brake can chafe on the main wiring loom the left seat console may not withstand a severe rear crash because of faulty welding and on some vehicles with a V^ petrol engine an additional earth connection must be fitted to the fuel tank
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles fit anti chafing protection to foot operated parking brake check and if necessary replace left seat console and fit additional earth connection to the fuel tank filler neck

  29. Tire pressure wiring may contact parking brake spring

    Reported July 25, 2003Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 03V266000670 vehicles affected

    The tire pressure monitoring system wiring may contact the parking brake cable spring, interrupting the system and possibly causing a short to ground that could lead to fire. Dealers will inspect and correct the wiring route if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WIRING HARNESS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ROUTED DURING ASSEMBLY. AN IMPROPERLY ROUTED TPMS WIRING HARNESS MAY CONTACT THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE SPRING.
    Consequence
    IF THIS HAPPENS, THE TPMS WIRING CIRCUIT COULD BE INTERRUPTED, RESULTING IN AN INOPERATIVE TPMS, AND CAUSING A SHORT-TO-GROUND CONDITION THAT COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A FIRE.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TPMS WIRING HARNESS ROUTING AND, IF NECESSARY, CORRECT THE WIRING HARNESS ROUTING. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 18, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-893-5298.
    Notes
    VW RECALL NO. WS.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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