2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 75 | 37 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 278 | 331 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 14–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 74,000 mi | 68,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Touareg | Volkswagen Touareg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 7 |
| Power Train | 10 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 4 |
| Tires | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
2005 Volkswagen Touareg
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.