NHTSA model-year recall report

2015 Volkswagen Touareg Recalls

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

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Affected systems

Urgent advisories

May 16, 2018

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Volkswagen Touareg average of 2.1 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Unknown Or Other, appearing in 1 campaign.

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All 2015 Volkswagen Touareg recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 18V329000

Unknown Or Other

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported May 16, 2018

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.

Manufacturer 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.

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

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V170000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals And Linkages

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Mar 24, 2016

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

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

Campaign details

Other Volkswagen Touareg model years

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2015 Volkswagen Touareg recall questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2015 Volkswagen Touareg?

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