2015 Volkswagen Touareg Problems
- Complaints
- 24filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 39,115miles, 16 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 3.6L 6-cyl AWD · 17 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg. The part named most often is engine, with 14 complaints (58% of the total), followed by forward collision avoidance (4) and other or unknown (3). 16 of the complaints include a mileage, and 75% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 39,115 miles. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 731 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 92 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Forward collision avoidance complaints overlap with 7 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine14 58%
- Other or unknown3 13%
- Fuel system2 8.3%
- Lane departure2 8.3%
- Tires2 8.3%
- Engine cooling1 4.2%
- Body and structure1 4.2%
Example complaints
Engine: “Water and debris was ingested in to air filter box resulting in water-soaked air filter and the potential for catastrophic engine failure. It is unknown how long the problem has been occurring because I had never checked my air filter before. The vehicle has periodically been driven in rain over the last few years but never driven in deep or standing water. It appears that drains are not able to drain properly and water is entering the box somehow when it shouldn't be be able to.”
NHTSA complaint #11206477, filed 2019-05, 36,000 milesForward collision avoidance: “The Driver Assistance System (Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Collision Avoidance, AEB, and Lane Departure/Lane Keeping system) all do not work. The VW dealers have said the Front Collision Avoidance Camera is not working. The system was intermittently working, then stopped working on the interstate highway in the left lane. The car failed to warn/slow/break automatically while the ACC function was activated, forcing me to engage the brakes manually to avoid a collision. …”
NHTSA complaint #11595530, filed 2024-06Other or unknown: “Sunroof is leaking and creates condensation and mold inside the car. I have taken it to the dealership for repair and they performed a cleaning. Couple a weeks after I have discovered the sunroof is leaking again and contact the dealership again. They claimed they only cleaned the pipes but now they need to seal the pipe. At the same time I was there the dealer mentioned he is swamped with vw cars with the same exact problem with sunroof leaking and he is backed up. This appears to be a widespread problem with all vw cars and not just my model. …”
NHTSA complaint #11171024, filed 2019-01, 47,000 milesFuel system: “After vw emission repair the car stalls in shifting gears at low speed. I took at the dealership repair shop 3 times everytime the kept the car for about 2-3 weeks and couldn't resolve the issue. It appears like there is no fuel coming to the engine or the car computer do not allow the car to shift to the next gear until it hits 3000 RPM in speeds lower the 35mph. From what I understand with speaking with vw dealer advisors that this as a result of the emission repair and they can't fix it. …”
NHTSA complaint #11171023, filed 2019-01, 45,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
75% of the 16 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 35,000 and 47,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2015 Volkswagen Touareg version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 |
| Touareg AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl · diesel | 8-speed automatic | 20 | 29 | 23 | $4,150 |
| Touareg Hybrid AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl · hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,900 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 18V329000May 16, 2018Unknown or otherCovers: Volkswagen Touareg 2011–2015, Golf 2011–2016, CC 2012–2016 +5 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles…
- 16V170000Mar 24, 2016Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkagesCovers: Volkswagen Touareg 2011–2016
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
- 16V035000Jan 25, 2016Hybrid propulsion systemCovers: Volkswagen Touareg 2011–2015
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Touareg Hybrid vehicles manufactured March 20, 2010, to April 11, 2015. The hybrid battery tray may not drain water sufficiently. If water collects in the hybrid battery…
Recall details for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 731 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038146Sep 17, 2026Engine. Suggested fuel additive
- 11038143Sep 9, 2026Other or unknown. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- 11036868Aug 6, 2026Other or unknown. Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
- 11036870Aug 4, 2026Other or unknown. Differences between a leak and seepage
- 11035772Jul 15, 2026Electrical system. This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: DA 0019…
- 11035762Jul 9, 2026Engine. Oil Consumption Measurement and Electronic Oil Consumption Measurement
- 11034614Jun 18, 2026Engine. Instruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.
- 11034613Jun 18, 2026Engine. Lubricating engine components before reassembly.
- 11034621Jun 11, 2026Air bags. Inquiries
- 11034617Jun 4, 2026Engine. Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
Other model years of the Volkswagen Touareg
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 24 | 12,346 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Falling |
| 2016 | 45 | 19,646 | 2 | — | 19 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2015 | 24 | 39,115 | 3 | — | 19 | — | Stable |
| 2014 | 27 | 32,000 | 3 | — | 19 | 58 · Typical | Falling |
| 2013 | 30 | 36,664 | 3 | — | 19 | 43 · Typical | Stable |
| 2012 | 28 | 40,000 | 4 | — | 19 | 50 · Typical | Rising |
| 2011 | 16 | 34,750 | 4 | — | 19 | — | Falling |
| 2010 | 25 | 70,000 | 1 | — | 16 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 19 | 75,625 | 2 | — | 16 | — | Falling |
| 2008 | 56 | 89,000 | 4 | — | 16 | 55 · Typical | Falling |
| 2007 | 9 | 59,460 | 3 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 37 | 68,500 | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 75 | 70,000 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2004 | 231 | 35,000 | 4 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Volkswagen Touareg model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg have?
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 14 complaints (58% of the total), followed by forward collision avoidance with 4.
Has the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg (Touareg, 3.6L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg reported?
Among the 16 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 39,115 miles and the middle half falls between 35,000 and 47,000 miles; 75% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.