Model year guide

2015 Volkswagen touareg

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2015 Volkswagen touareg is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2015 Volkswagen touareg — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2015 Volkswagen touareg at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints24
Combined21 mpg

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2015 Volkswagen touareg recalls 2

Unknown Or Other NHTSA Campaign #18V329000 · 16/05/2018

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.

Fix: 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.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages NHTSA Campaign #16V170000 · 24/03/2016

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.

Fix: 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 …

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2015 Volkswagen touareg common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Lane Departure
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2015 Volkswagen touareg MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,725

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2015 Volkswagen touareg costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,625
Fuel only$18,625
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2015 Volkswagen touareg trims & engines on record

Trims
V6 FSI, TDI, Hybrid
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 240 hp · 3.6L 6-cyl 280 hp

2015 Volkswagen touareg vehicles on record

Other Volkswagen touareg model years

2015 Volkswagen touareg — frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Volkswagen touareg have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2015 Volkswagen touareg. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volkswagen touareg?

Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, forward collision avoidance, lane departure.

What gas mileage does the 2015 Volkswagen touareg get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2015 Volkswagen touareg at about 21 mpg combined (19 city / 26 highway).

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