Volkswagen Touareg 2016

2016 Volkswagen Touareg: what owners report

• On second-generation cars the 3.0 V6 TDI can suffer stretched timing chains and failed tensioners, an expensive repair.2010–2018
• German TÜV data show higher oil loss from the engine and gearbox on the 2010-2018 Touareg, especially at the fourth inspection, plus early wear of brake discs and hoses and slightly above-average steering wear.2010–2018
• On the 2010-2018 car, springs, dampers and other suspension parts do better than average at German inspections, rust hardly occurs and the exhaust lasts.2010–2018
• German TÜV figures covering the second and third generations together show a below-average rate of significant defects in every age class from 2 to 13 years.2010–2023