2003-2007 Volkswagen Touareg: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
2007 Volkswagen Touareg
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Our reliability study for this generation Volkswagen Touareg includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Volkswagen Touareg .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Battery:
The battery can go dead because the navigation system is kept awake by RDS (radio data system) signals, requiring reprogramming of the navigation system. (2004-05)
Battery:
The battery may become discharged and/or the key may not come out of the ignition lock due to a bad battery ground connection under the driver's seat. (2004-05)
Door handles:
The inside door handles may stop returning when released requiring installation of a clip on the cable inside the door. (2004-07)
Electrical problem:
The PRNDS indicator light may come on due to a problem in the wiring harness. (2005-07)
Information stickers/paperwork:
A step was left out of the owner's manual for the emergency ignition key release: The parking brake must be applied. (2004)
None:
Vehicle may crow-hop (wheels binding or scrubbing) on low-speed turns and ESP light may come on requiring reprogramming the differential control module. (2004-06)
Suspension problems:
The vehicle may sag after sitting because the residual air valve for the suspension become corroded and an revised valve is available. (2004-07)
Transmission problems:
Harsh downshifts from 5-4 coming off the highway and/or delayed engagement in heavy traffic as slow speeds, requires flashing the transmission control module. (2004)
Wipers:
Wipers go to full speed despite the amount of rain due to malfunction of the rain sensor. (2006-07)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $750 |
| Alternator | $920 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $3,100 |
| Brakes | $890 |
| Clutch, Pressure Plate, Bearing | |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $3,100 |
| Exhaust System | $850 |
| Radiator | $1,340 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $7,400 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $1,340 |
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