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2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Jan 25, 2016

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What the record says

This model year's count is equal to the Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid average of 1.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Hybrid Propulsion System, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 16V035000

Hybrid Propulsion System

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jan 25, 2016

What is recalled

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 tray, it may cause an electrical short in the high voltage battery.

Safety consequence

An electrical short in the high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a fitted drain valve to allow water to drain properly, free of charge. The recall began late February 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this 53B8.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid model years

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2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid recall questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2014 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology