| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2005 Volkswagen Touareg repairs by problem area
Engine (36%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (11%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (4%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 129 repairs.
2005 Volkswagen Touareg transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (5%)
$1000 - $2499 (29%)
$500 - $999 (24%)
$100 - $499 (43%)
< $100 (0%)
Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Volkswagen Touareg
Engine not specified
| 37000 mi US $130 |
Leaky transmission cooler line. Replaced clamp. |
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 4dr SUV
turbocharged 310hp 4.9L V10 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
| 48360 mi $5000 |
Driveshaft broken. |
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 4dr SUV
310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
| 107260 mi $2300 |
Part change (axle) |
| 86800 mi C $950 |
Driveshaft center support bearing |
| 94240 mi C $120 |
Performed software update to counter differential to address vibration during full turns in parking lots |
| 71000 mi US $1600 |
Auto repair shop initially said vehicle needed new transmission but extended warranty specialist said it needed valve body replaced. Vehicle is running smooth so far. |
| 75000 mi US $1000 |
Transmission valve body failure. Replaced valve body with aftermarket part, replaced fluids and filter in transmission. |
| 198000 mi US $980 |
Driveshaft bearing failed. Apparently a common failure for touaregs, cayennes and q7's |
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 4dr SUV
240-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
| 76260 mi ¤1000 |
The car was vibrating when turning at low speeds (especially noticeable when driving in a parking lot). Was told that "gear switch" needs replacing. Replaced it at an independent shop - so far so good. |
| 82000 mi US $1200 |
The center driveshaft bearing support failed |
| 52000 mi US $300 |
When approaching a full stop the engine RPM drops as if the torque converter is unlocking too late. Driveshaft vibration during cold temps A known issue with the AWD stepper motor causes periodic binding in the drivetrain. |
| 54500 mi US $200 |
Part delivery issues. Now new stepper motor installed and overall a good outcome. |
| 64480 mi $200 |
Replaced the drive shaft centre bearing and boot kit |
| 49000 mi US $900 |
Center carrier bearing on driveshaft went bad, replaced with rebuilt part. |
| 67000 mi US $1700 |
Valve body was rebuilt and replaced. Repair took longer than expected as the first valve body supplied by the shop did not work right. |
| 63000 mi US $800 |
Drive shaft was rebuilt and replaced after bearing went out. |
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD
| 86680 mi €330 |
Central drive shaft needed to replaced. My mechanic replaced it with a reconditioned unit. |
| 114700 mi €900 |
Drive shaft had seized & was replaced |
| 114080 mi €480 |
Gearbox oil changed as gear change has become clunky |
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 130000 mi US $100 |
09D valve body issues... hard downshifts... will eventually have to be replaced. |
| 136000 mi US $100 |
09D valve body (POS, Thank you VAG) inspection, identify unit for replacement. replace fluid and filter. sourcing replacement parts. |
See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Volkswagen models.
