Volkswagen Touran reliability
The Volkswagen Touran fails its MOT about as often as most cars over 10 years old: 41.1% of 47,942 tests failed in 2023, against 39.7% on average.
14 DVSA recalls for the Volkswagen Touran
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Faulty wheel bearing housings can fail and break prematurely
Certain vehicles may be fitted with a wheel bearing housing containing cavities in the material.
Fix: Inspect the vehicle and if necessary replace the rear left wheel bearing housing.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 3 vehicles
The wall thickness of the fuel tank may not be to specification
The specified wall thickness of the fuel tank can in some places fall below the threshold.
Fix: For all affected vehicles the fuel tank has to be replaced
Recalled models: TOURAN · 53 vehicles
Wheels ordered and bought at the dealers may not be compatible
Wheels ordered and bought at the dealers may not be compatible.
Fix: Incompatible wheels in the customer's possession must be replaced
Recalled models: TOURAN · 184 vehicles
Too little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds
Too little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds.
Fix: On the affected vehicles the software of the engine control unit must be updated.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 373 vehicles
A short circuit in the led module of the panorama sun roof can occur
Possible short circuit in LED lighting module of the panoramic roof.
Fix: Modify wiring with integrated fuse adapter cables.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 37,179 vehicles
Head restraint may be insecure
On a limited production period a burr may have developed on the locking bar of the head restraint guide.
Fix: On affected vehicles the left head restraint guide on both front seats must be replaced.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 2,881 vehicles
Starter motor may malfunction and overheat
On vehicles with diesel engines and stop/start system the starter motor may be permanently activated because the return spring in the solenoid switch is bent or broken. If the permanent current supply to the starter motor is not noticed overheating of the component with local scorching damage and a vehicle fire is possible.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the solenoid switch.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 16,625 vehicles
Abs/esc system may fail
On vehicles with ABS/ESC the earth connection may be interrupted. This may cause failure of the ABS/ESC system
Fix: On affected vehicles install new software. Where necessary a new ABS/ESC control unit will be fitted.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 64,192 vehicles
Airbag/belt tensioners may not trigger in event of an accident
Due to an error in the manufacturing process the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioner may not trigger in the event of a collision
Fix: On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly and seatbelt pretensioner where necessary.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 3,879 vehicles
Lights may fail without warning
It has been identified that due to a programing issue with the On-Board Supply Control Unit it is possible that the failure of one of the vehicle lights (dipped beam/main beam/daytime running light/rear fog light or indicator) may not be recognised by the control unit and therefore not shown in the instrument cluster. It is also possible that vehicle lights may be shown as faulty when they are not. Furthermore a failure of a dipped beam may not trigger a replacement response (activation of side lights). A light failure without a display in the instrument cluster or without replacement response can pose a danger of an accident especially in the dark.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to reprogramme the On-Board Supply Control Unit.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 12,440 vehicles
Side airbag gas generator canister may fail
For certain vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the gas generator housing may be damaged if a side airbag is deployed. If the airbag/s were deployed the gas generator could explode and dislodge small metal parts which could cause injury to the vehicle occupants.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the dates of manufacture for the left and or right side airbags. Where a possibly affected airbag is found it will be replaced.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 38 vehicles
Clutch may operate inadvertently with unexpected loss of drive
In rare cases an incorrect interpretation of the clutch temperature can occur which results in the clutch opening unexpectedly with loss of drive.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and update/reprogramme gearbox control unit.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 3,514 vehicles
Flywheel may fail
The possibility exists that the two mass flywheel may fail due to the design of the through-flow restrictor in the clutch pressure pipe. In the worst case the failure can result in a vehicle fire.
Fix: Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish the manufacturer of the two-mass flywheel and if necessary replace the flywheel and breather of the clutch pressure pipe.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 26,264 vehicles
Bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break
It is advised that on some vehicles fitted with a 3 and 4 cylinder pump injector engine the bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break due to a bolt production fault. As a result the pump housing will not be tight and a diesel fuel leak may occur.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the pump checked for being of a certain manufacture. If found to be within the affected range the pump housing cover bolts will be replaced.
Recalled models: TOURAN · 49,701 vehicles
Checking a Volkswagen Touran before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.