2006 Volkswagen Touareg Transmission and drivetrain Problems

“I noticed a small vibration coming from the bottom around the middle of the vehicle. When I took it to a mechanic I was told that the hanger bearing and that the hanger bearing is not an available part hat the entire driveshaft needs to be replaced for $1,400.! The car is only two weeks out of warranty with only 51,000 miles so I took it to Volkswagen. Volkswagen said that they will not fix it under warranty because I am two weeks out but, if I had been a loyal customer, meaning if I had all my service done by vw they would have covered it! Really! …”

“I own a 2006 vw Touareg. It has only 54k miles and has never been driven off road. It has been a family car and bought new in 2006. Just yesterday sept 2009 I left a parking lot and began accelerating when it sounded like and felt like the car lost the front two tires. I quickly pulled over thinking I would see blown tires but saw nothing. Got back in drove a 100 feet to have the same noise and shaking. I pulled over and had it towed to nearest vw shop. Found out the drive shaft was shot. $1100 for the part and only $65 to install new drive shaft. …”

“While traveling at highway speed, began to hear a thunking noise consistent with a flat tire. After further inspection determined the noise was originating from the underside of the vehicle in the center. Dealer was able to diagnose as a failed carrier bearing over the phone as it is a recurring issue (dealer's words). Since this was only a recurring issue and not a problem , Volkswagen stuck me with a $1483 repair bill and a week without a car or loaner vehicle.”

“The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. The contact attempted to start the vehicle and the engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. He turned off the vehicle, restarted it, and drove for approximately 4-5 miles when the light illuminated again. While driving 50 MPH, the vehicle made a loud sound, jerked forward, and came to a complete stop. He was able to pull off the road, and after six attempts, was able to restart the vehicle. He drove 15 MPH on the shoulder until he reached the exit. …”

“2006 Volkswagen Touareg. Consumer writes in regards to unsatisfactory customer service at dealership concerning several vehicle repairs. The consumer stated from the beginning, the vehicle had problems. The navigation system malfunctioned. The unit was removed and installed again. The front and rear brakes were replaced, the evap purge valve was replaced, the ignition coils were replaced, corrosion built up in the sensor and wiring of the headlight, and the wiring and headlight were replaced. The check engine light illuminated, due to a faulty purge valve, for the third time. …”