Model year guide

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints19
Typical price$14,369

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side barrier test — 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 4-Dr. w/SABSide barrier test

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 4-Dr. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

What's a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 worth?

Low
$10,600
Typical price
$14,369
High
$17,400

From 13 comparable 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 listings.

Dimensions & weight

Length
187.0 in
Width
76.0 in
Height
68.1 in
Wheelbase
111.8 in
Curb weight
5,086–5,300 lb
Front track
64.6 in
Rear track
65.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

High-Pressure Fuel Pump Failure Closed

The Office of Defects Investgation (ODI) opened EA11-003 on February 7, 2011, based on 160 complaints to ODI and Volkswagen involving high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failures in model year (MY) 2009 through 2010 Volkswagen Jetta and Golf and Audi A3 TDI vehicles and questions regarding fuel sample results provided by Volkswagen as part of its response to PE10-034. During EA11-003, ODI analyzed design information, fiel…

NHTSA #EA11003 · Fuel System, Diesel, Fuel System, Other · opened Feb 2011 · closed Mar 2015

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 642

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 642.

Suggested fuel additive

Bulletin V0116152014815_20 · Engine · Sep 2026

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

Bulletin SM 39-2026 · Sep 2026

Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order

Bulletin TT 00-13-04_7 · Aug 2026

Differences between a leak and seepage

Bulletin V0026012081638_2 · Aug 2026

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: DA 0019 - Hotfix 12-V battery test(s) – No battery diagnosis - Inconclusive…

Bulletin VOS-26-42 · Electrical System · Jul 2026

Oil Consumption Measurement and Electronic Oil Consumption Measurement

Bulletin V1718062017813_24 · Engine · Jul 2026

Lubricating engine components before reassembly.

Bulletin TT 10-18-02_2 · Engine · Jun 2026

Instruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.

Bulletin TT 13-20-01_3 · Engine · Jun 2026

Inquiries

Bulletin V6919012010479_17 · Air Bags · Jun 2026

Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards

Bulletin V1719012012855_81 · Engine · Jun 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the TOUAREG 2 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 trims & engines on record

Trims
VR6 FSI · V6 TDI
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl 280 hp · 3.0L 6-cyl 225 hp

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen Touareg 2 model years

2008

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2?

Across all 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, steering.

What is the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

How much is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 worth?

Comparable 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 listings run roughly $10,600–$17,400, typically around $14,369 (from 13 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.