The 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has 4 recalls, the most serious being three separate fuel leak risks where connectors and a filter flange in the fuel system can allow raw fuel to escape near ignition sources, creating a fire hazard.
The fuel supply line connector can fail to seal properly, and the fuel filter flange can crack, both allowing fuel to pool or drip in the engine compartment where heat or a spark could ignite it. The fourth recall is a compliance matter: the owner's manual is missing the required instructions for the tire pressure monitoring system, which helps drivers recognize when a tire is significantly underinflated.
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.
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At a glance
What can fail
A fuel supply line connector may not seal properly due to a production change, potentially allowing fuel to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fuel supply line and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel supply line connector in the engine compartment may leak fuel, which could ignite if exposed to a heat source.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the fuel supply line.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The owner's manual does not include the required written instructions for the tire pressure monitoring system.
What the fix does
Owners will receive an insert for their manual with the complete tire pressure monitoring system instructions.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
