2017 Volkswagen Touareg: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg: 1 recall, 24 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Other / unknown Vehicle recall #21V321000 · 2021 · 46 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements May have an increased risk of injury, crash, or fire.
The fix: Volkswagen will repurchase the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2021.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (19): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), fire / smoke (3), noise or vibration (2).
- Other / unknown (6): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), fire / smoke (2).
- Steering (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Suspension (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2017 Volkswagen Touareg has 24 owner complaints, ranking #11 of 14 Touareg model years for complaints (well below the 46 average). Complaints peaked in 2018 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 12,346 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (44 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Volkswagen Touareg problems?
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (19), other / unknown (6), steering (1).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (3.6 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Volkswagen Touareg repair manual?
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