2006 Volkswagen Touareg Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 35%of 37 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 91,287miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the fuel system of the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, 35% of the 37 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 91,287 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I got my car repaired for this issue after smelling gas leakage before vw released the relevant recall campaign. I sent vw all receipt for repair paid by my pocket money, but vw refused to reimburse for my expense because I got it repaired too early. I did on 09/17/2014 but vw states that only the repair was done between 09/20/2016 and 03/19/2018. This is ridiculous answer. I am here attaching all the receipt and the letter from vw . Car is currently in motion after repair.”
NHTSA complaint #11156841, filed 2018-12, 70,000 miles“The outside rear of the car smelled like gas. After looking under the car we noticed a puddle of gas collecting after stopping the vehicle. The dealer told us the driver side fuel pump has a crack leaking fuel. This is a serious problem and has to be addressed before somene dies. It is a hazard to my family and the public as a whole. Apparently vw has done a recall for this for later model year Touareg, but not the 2006. They refuse to fix it due to age?! In all the years I've been driving, I've never had a fuel pump that cracks and spews gas all over the road. …”
NHTSA complaint #10553302, filed 2013-11, 80,000 miles“Fuel smell on the rear passenger side coming from the fuel filter tank area. Fuel tank is located at the bottom the rear seats. The fuel fumes are very strong we are afraid the car might catch fire. The fumes smell like fresh fuel. The fuel fumes are very strong especially after using the car after a 3 mile round trip grocery errands.”
NHTSA complaint #11057438, filed 2017-12, 80,000 miles“After smelling gasoline on several occasions, we determined there was a crack in the fuel filter housing assembly. The crack allowed gasoline to pump out filling the indention on the top of the fuel tank then overflowing down the sides of the tank.”
NHTSA complaint #10469116, filed 2012-08, 63,980 miles“I have taken this vehicle to the Volkswagen dealer because of a fuel smell and a sudden jolt that I get undercarriage when driving. They have told me that they are not sure where the jolt is coming from they don't know if it is the transmission or a fuel leak. I'm very afraid to continue driving this vehicle. I have a small child and I would like for Volkswagen to buy the vehicle back from me. Please see enclosed letter from vw. Thank you!”
NHTSA complaint #11050968, filed 2017-11Related recalls
- 17V583000Sep 20, 2017Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Touareg vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel filter flange that…Covers: Volkswagen Touareg 2004–2007
Related service bulletins
- 10222093Sep 22, 2022DTC's P053F,P0087, P0088, P1025 may set due to the high pressure fuel pump being out of time (sync).
- 10198230Jun 22, 2021Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
- 10198166Jun 21, 2021VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
- 10188553Mar 1, 2021VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
- 10180530Sep 28, 2020Symptom based diagnostic assistance for high pressure fuel pump being out of time.
- 10176770Jun 15, 2020Update brochure part number and recording URL. Update model and model year applicability.
- 10150857Sep 28, 2018Incorrect removal of Turbocharger oil feed line may cause engine damage
- 10236434Feb 5, 2016Fuel additive to help prevent sporadic misfire faults.
- 10121124Feb 5, 2016Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults A Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to help remove and prevent deposits on fuel injectors and intake valves.
- 10121123Feb 5, 2016Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 | 4% |
| 2015 | 2 | 8% |
| 2014 | 1 | 4% |
| 2013 | 8 | 27% |
| 2012 | 8 | 29% |
| 2011 | 5 | 31% |
| 2010 | 18 | 72% |
| 2009 | 11 | 58% |
| 2008 | 25 | 45% |
| 2007 | 2 | 22% |
| 2006 | 13 | 35% |
| 2005 | 23 | 31% |
| 2004 | 33 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology