Is the 2010 VOLKSWAGEN Touareg safe to drive?

The 2010 VOLKSWAGEN Touareg has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 17V151000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

What Happened

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.

Risk if Unfixed

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

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.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #17V151000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 17V151000

What This Recall Means

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?