Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Lakewood

2015 Volkswagen Touareg Recall

Volkswagen Touareg Recall service at Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Lakewood in Lakewood, CO

Frequently asked questions

Recall Summary

2 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Other

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 18V329000 · 252 vehicles affected

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 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.

Corrective Action

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. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 13, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

Don't Want To Service? Sell Us Your Car!

directions_car
location_on
Want to lookup by VIN? Click here.

Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg?
  • NHTSA has identified two recalls for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg: one affecting the Other component and one affecting the Brake component.
  • The Other recall involves modifications that may prevent compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and increase the risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
  • The Brake recall involves a possible missing securing clip on the brake pedal pivot pin, which could allow the pedal to dislodge and prevent braking.
How do I check if my 2015 Volkswagen Touareg has an open recall?
  • You can check your 2015 Volkswagen Touareg by entering its VIN at NHTSA.gov or by receiving a free VIN check at our service department.
  • Our authorized Volkswagen team can review open recall records and explain the applicable remedy.
How much does a 2015 Volkswagen Touareg recall repair cost?
  • A 2015 Volkswagen Touareg recall repair costs nothing when performed by an authorized dealer because the manufacturer remedy is free.
  • The Other recall remedy may involve making the vehicle fully compliant or repurchasing it if necessary, while the Brake remedy includes inspection and installation of a missing securing clip.
Can an independent shop fix a 2015 Volkswagen Touareg recall?
  • No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy for a 2015 Volkswagen Touareg recall at no charge.
  • An authorized Volkswagen dealer has access to the manufacturer’s repair procedures, diagnostic tools, and OEM parts.
Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg?
  • Buyers and dealers check recall status, so an open recall can affect the trade-in process; use our trade-in page to get started.
  • Completing an eligible recall remedy can provide a clearer vehicle history when you discuss your trade.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights