The 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has 5 recalls, the most serious being a fuel system fire risk where the fuel filter flange can crack and allow gasoline to leak near potential ignition sources.
The remaining recalls involve the roof edge spoiler. The fastening struts that hold it in place can crack over time, allowing the spoiler to loosen and detach from the vehicle without warning, even if it feels secure to the touch. A detached spoiler can strike people standing nearby or land in the path of other drivers.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel filter flange can crack, causing fuel to leak from the fuel system.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the flange for cracks and replace it if damaged, or install a protective cover if no cracks are found.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump flange may develop small cracks that allow fuel to leak. A fuel leak near an ignition source could cause a fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will apply protective film to the fuel pump flange, or replace it if cracks are already present.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel filter flange can crack, causing fuel to leak from the fuel system.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fuel filter flange and replace it if cracked. A protective cover will be applied to prevent future cracks.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fastening struts that hold the roof edge spoiler may crack over time, allowing the spoiler to loosen and detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will install reinforcement wedges to strengthen the roof edge spoiler's fastening.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fastening struts holding the roof edge spoiler can crack over time, allowing the spoiler to loosen and detach from the vehicle without warning, even if it initially feels secure.
What the fix does
Dealers will install reinforcement wedges on the roof edge spoiler at no cost to strengthen the fastening struts.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
