2017 Volkswagen Touareg Problems
- Complaints
- 24filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 12,346miles, 15 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in 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 2017 Volkswagen Touareg (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg. The part named most often is engine, with 19 complaints (79% of the total), followed by other or unknown (6) and brakes (1). 15 of the complaints include a mileage, and 93% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 12,346 miles. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 463 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 62 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 39 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.
- Engine19 79%
- Other or unknown6 25%
- Brakes1 4.2%
- Electrical system1 4.2%
- Seats1 4.2%
- Steering1 4.2%
- Suspension1 4.2%
- Wheels1 4.2%
Example complaints
Engine: “Water was found in the air filter and engine. Service adviser stated that the vehicle was in water. I replied that the vehicle has be driven in heavy rain and sits outside in the weather. According to the service adviser the engine need to be replaced. I have researched online and found several more similar situations. This situation has caused the engine to seize and shut down.”
NHTSA complaint #11097606, filed 2018-05, 11,000 milesOther or unknown: “I recently purchased a 2017 vw Touareg sport. Water is entering the air filter compartment. If water enters the engine it will shut down the car possibly in traffic causing a very hazardous situation, in addition the engine will be destroyed. The vehicle is like new and 100% factory equipped. This is a flaw in design. I became aware of the situation while changing the air filter. After researching the clubtouareg forum many people are having the same complaint. There is a class action suit over the issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11244595, filed 2019-08, 21,000 milesBrakes: “When coming to a stop with the AutoHold activated, sometimes it comes to an abrupt stop instead of a smooth stop. Also when you have Autohold engaged, when you come to a stop and put the car in park, disconnect the seatbelt the parking brake engages(expected), however when you turn the car off (after you've already removed your foot from the break pedal) it slightly releases and reengages the brake causing a slight movement of the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11482659, filed 2022-09Electrical system: “After a rainy night, got into my car the next morning heard a weird noise while pulling out of driveway, drove down the street and car starting bucking, white smoke coming out back and lost control of the car...no power steering, no brakes car died. This is the second time this happened to me, it happen 9 months prior. Had roadside service pick up car and bring to service. Called service the next morning and was accused of driving my car through water and the car filters got wet and possible water now in the engine. Vw would not be responsible! …”
NHTSA complaint #11113263, filed 2018-07, 6,900 milesMileage when problems were reported
93% of the 15 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 10,670 and 21,477 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2017 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 | $3,550 |
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
- 21V321000May 5, 2021Unknown or otherCovers: Volkswagen Touareg 2017, Passat 2016–2017, Golf R 2018–2019 +5 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Touareg GP, Tiguan, Golf A6, E-Golf GP, CCF, 2016-2017 Passat GP, 2018-2019 Golf R GP, and 2018 Atlas vehicles. These internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were…
Recall details for the 2017 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. 463 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 2017 Volkswagen Touareg have?
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 19 complaints (79% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 6.
Has the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg (Touareg, 3.6L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg reported?
Among the 15 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 12,346 miles and the middle half falls between 10,670 and 21,477 miles; 93% 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.