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ProblemsByVin File / 2009-VOLKSWAGEN-TOUAREG NHTSA data synced 3 days ago
2009 · Volkswagen

Volkswagen Touareg problems

1 active recall campaign on file, no owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

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Reliability score
9.8 / 10

No owner complaints on NHTSA yet, so the reliability score is provisional. 1 active recall on file — read those first.

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Should you avoid this 2009 Touareg?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 0 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 09V248000 July 2, 2009

Volkswagen is recalling 14,416 my 2007-2009 touareg vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 0 owner complaints have been filed for the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.

Should you avoid the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg?

Only 0 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What's the most common problem on the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Volkswagen Touareg has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 0 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 3 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2009/Volkswagen/Touareg. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Volkswagen. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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