2015 Volkswagen Touareg Safety Report
2015 Volkswagen Touareg Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (2) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (24) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 0 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Engine | Compare engine issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2017 | Compare against the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg with 24 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2016 | Check the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg before buying across this generation. |
Volkswagen Touareg Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Volkswagen Touareg years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Volkswagen Touareg | 44 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Volkswagen Touareg | 24 | 1 | Use as a comparable safety baseline. |
2015 Volkswagen Touareg Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Engine
12 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Volkswagen onlyForward Collision Avoidance
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Volkswagen onlyForward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure issues Volkswagen onlyTires
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Tires issues Volkswagen onlyEngine And Engine Cooling
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine And Engine Cooling issues Volkswagen onlyUnknown Or Other,Fuel/Propulsion System
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other,Fuel/Propulsion System issues Volkswagen onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg
Reliability Score
The 2015 Volkswagen Touareg receives a reliability score of 87 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
Known Issues for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collision Avoidance Camera Failure The Collision Avoidance Camera has failed, and it is available for inspection upon request. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Driver Assistance System Malfunction The Driver Assistance System, including Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Collision Avoidance, AEB, and Lane Departure/Lane Keeping system, does not work. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine And Engine Cooling Issues Engine and engine cooling issues have been reported, though less frequently. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Fuel System Malfunction Fuel system malfunctions, such as the car reading as being empty when it has fuel, have been reported. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg:
23% of reported issues involve the Collision Avoidance Camera.
23% of reported issues involve the Driver Assistance System.
12% of reported issues involve engine and engine cooling problems.
12% of reported issues involve fuel system malfunctions.
Recall Details for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg
The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg by NHTSA:
Summary: 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 were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Consequence: If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly to verify the presence of the securing clip and install any missing securing clips, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46G4.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Collision Avoidance Camera (Part Number: 7P6907217BZ1Y) has failed. The camera is still on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request. All front assist/safety systems are unavailable, including cruise control. Systems are designed specifically to prevent collisions. The dealer (Volkswagen of Corpus Christi) has confirmed the issue as of September 4, 2023. The control module is fail...
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...
Collision avoidance system / cruise control malfunction
Question 1: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Answer 1: Collision Avoidance Camera. The camera can be removed from the vehicle and shipped for inspection. Question 2: How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Answer 2: All front safety feature stop working. Collision avoidance warning, emergency braking, adaptive ...
The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Touareg. The contact stated while her husband was stopped at a traffic light, he started to hear an abnormal sound. The driver stated no warning light was illuminated. The driver was able to continue driving to his destination. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the catalytic converter to be replaced. The vehicle...
The car at half tank will read as being empty. Fuel pump flange? The car will have gas and then randomly show fuel error and drop to empty. The car is drivable and then while drive will switch to empty back to half full mode. Less of the worry the adaptive cruise control and fwd collision warning freeze/not working
Today, engine completely cut off in the middle of traffic (20-30 MPH), loss of power steering and breaking power. Engine dashboard yellow message appeared. I experience this several times before and previously brought to the attention of VW service department and some ECU repairs and engine sensor repairs were done - but the problem continues to happen. Sometimes engine cuts off simply at idle (e....
WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC THERE CAN BE A HUGE LAG IN TIME FROM WHEN YOU DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR TO WHEN THE CAR REACTS AND ACCELERATES.IT IS NOT CONSISTENT WHICH IS WHERE THE DANGER ARISES. THIS STARTED WHEN VW "FIXED" THE EMISSIONS SYSTEM. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS WHEN YOU HAVE A SMALLER GAP TO GET INTO IN TRAFFIC. I WAS ALMOST HIT MULTIPLE TIMES SINCE VW RETUNED THE CAR. I WORRY ABOUT MY WIFE AN...
OUR 2015 TOUAREG TDI WITH 35,000MI LOST POWER ON INTERSTATE 10. THE VEHICLE WAS IN 'LIMP' MODE AND ONLY ABLE TO REACH A SPEED OF 20MPH IN A 75MPH ZONE ON INTERSTATE 10. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. WE MADE IT TO A DEALER IN LAS CRUCES, NM. AFTER THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM WE WERE TOLD THERE WAS WATER IN THE AIR FILTER, THE TURBO NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND THE AIR FLOW SENSOR. AFTER A BRIEF SEARCH WE...
WATER INTRUSION IN AIR FILTER CAUSING MULTIPLE MALFUNCTIONS AND SEVERE LOSS OF POWER. MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS INCLUDING, DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER, GLOW PLUG FLASHING, AND CHECK ENGINE. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER REPLACED AIR FILTER AND MASS AIRFLOW SENSOR AND CHARGED $500+ FOR THE REPAIR. THIS IS A VW CPO AND STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THEY STATED I MUST HAVE DRIVEN THROUGH DEEP WA...
AFTER A RAINSTORM WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AT AN ANGLE I STARTED THE CAR AND NOTICED IT WAS MAKING AN ODD SOUND. DISCOVERED THAT THE FIXTURE THAT HOLDS THE AIR FILTER WAS CONTAINED WATER AND THE AIR FILTER WAS SOPPING WET. INGESTION OF WATER INTO THE ENGINE CAN CAUSE ISSUES SUCH AS HYDROLOCKING. *TR
THROTTLE LAG. WHEN I PULL OUT INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC IT IS DANGEROUS. THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT LAG BETWEEN WHEN I HIT THE PEDAL AND WHEN THE CAR MOVES. IF I THROW THE PEDAL ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR, IT IS NOT BETTER. IT IS DANGEROUS. I'VE NEVER DRIVEN A CAR WITH SUCH AWFUL RESPONSE TO THE THROTTLE.
PARTIALLY WET/MOIST AIR FILTER. VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVEN THROUGH ANY STANDING WATER. 1/3RD OF THE AIR FILTER IS WET AND LOOKS LIKE THERE WAS STANDING WATER IN THE AIRBOX AS THE AIR FILTER DISPLAYED SIGNS ON WATER DAMAGE UPON REPLACEMENT FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE. IT SEEMS THAT WATER COLLECTS IN THE BOTTOM OF AIRBOX AND DOES NOT DRAIN OUT EVEN WHEN DRAIN VALVE IS UNOBSTRUCTED AND OPERATIONAL. COULD CAU...
WATER IS SOMEHOW FINDING ITS WAY INTO ENGINE AIR FILTER HOUSING(INTAKE) AND SOAKING AIR FILTER ELEMENT DESPITE HAVING ONLY BEEN DRIVEN UNDER NORMAL WEATHER/ROAD CONDITIONS. VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN DRIVEN THROUGH ANY WATER DEEPER THAN A MUD PUDDLE. AM CONCERNED ABOUT POTENTIAL ENGINE DAMAGE THAT COULD POSSIBLY OCCUR IF FURTHER WATER INTRUSION OCCURS, PARTICULARLY IF IT WERE TO HAPPEN WHILE DRIVI...
VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN AT SLOW CITY SPEEDS AND SUDDENLY LOUD EXHAUST NOISE STARTED TO COME FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT. WHEN HOOD WAS OPENED TO SEE WHAT THE ISSUE WAS, FLAMES WERE BEING SPIT OUT OF THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD BECAUSE THE PRE-CAT PIPE WAS COMPLETELY SEPARATED. CYLINDER 4-6 PRE-CAT (REAR/UPPER) SEPARATED FROM EXHAUST MANIFOLD FLANGE BECAUSE OF A FAILED WELD. ISSUE ADDRESSED ON VW RECA...
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 D...
I WAS DRIVING MY CAR THE DAY AFTER A RAINY DAY IN FLORIDA AND WATER WAS INGESTED INTO MY CAR'S AIR FILTER AND THEN INTO THE ENGINE. THIS CAUSED MAJOR AND EXPENSIVE ENGINE DAMAGES. I HAD NOT DRIVEN THROUGH ANY DEEP PUDDLES. VW FIXED THE VEHICLE (FOR $4321.99). I LATER RESEARCHED THIS ISSUE AND FOUND MANY SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ONLINE AND LEARNED THAT THERE IS A VW RECALL FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM IN CH...
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 CA...
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 SP...
UNDER ACCELERATION THE ENGINE BEGAN TO STUTTER AND A LARGE CLOUD OF WHITE SMOKE OR STEAM CAME OUT OF THE EXHAUST, SUGGESTING POSSIBLE WATER INGESTION. UPON REMOVING THE AIR FILTER IT WAS FOUND THAT THE FILTER HAD WATER DAMAGE AND MOLD, AND THE FILTER AND AIRBOX HAD LOTS OF SMALL DEBRIS CLOGGING THE DRAIN TUBE.
Showing 20 of 24 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg
Has the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG have?
The 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG has 24 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?
The 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG involve engine (12 complaints), forward collision avoidance (2 complaints), forward collision avoidance,lane departure (2 complaints). Other affected components include tires, engine and engine cooling, unknown or other,fuel/propulsion system.
How many crash reports does the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG have?
There are no fire reports for the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG.
Should I buy a 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 24 complaints, 2 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG are: 1. ENGINE (12 complaints), 2. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2 complaints), 3. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE (2 complaints), 4. TIRES (2 complaints), 5. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (1 complaints). ENGINE is the single most-reported problem area with 12 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?
Be cautious of potential issues with the Collision Avoidance Camera and Driver Assistance System. Regularly inspect and maintain these systems. The 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG has 24 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?
The 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG receives a reliability score of 87/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 24 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Collision Avoidance Camera Failure and Driver Assistance System Malfunction.
What are the known issues with the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?
Known issues with the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG include: Collision Avoidance Camera Failure, Driver Assistance System Malfunction, Engine and Engine Cooling Issues, Fuel System Malfunction. These are based on patterns found across 24 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request?
The Collision Avoidance Camera has failed, and it is available for inspection upon request.
What are the common issues reported for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg?
Common issues include problems with the Collision Avoidance Camera, Driver Assistance System, engine and engine cooling, and fuel system.
Can you describe the engine and engine cooling issues reported?
Engine and engine cooling issues have been reported, though less frequently, and may include engine cut-offs and loss of power.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of potential issues with the Collision Avoidance Camera and Driver Assistance System. Regularly inspect and maintain these systems.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Volkswagen Touareg
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg. The data includes 24 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16