2008 Volkswagen Touareg Volkswagen Touareg 2008

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2008 Volkswagen Touareg repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (39%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (4%)

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2008 Volkswagen Touareg brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (40%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (40%)

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2008 Volkswagen Touareg 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

102800 mi

A $775
Brake pedal would fall away and brakes release while stopped at traffic lights. Faulty brake master cylinder. Master cylinder replaced. 
103900 mi

A $165
Indications of air in brake system. Brake pedal felt mushy without booster assistance. Could push brake pedal to floor with booster assistance. 

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2008 Volkswagen Touareg 4dr SUV

350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

49000 mi

US $17
Replaced the parking brake damper. Didn't retract all the way causing the parking brake not to release, had to use foot to raise pedal the last inch or so. A common failure. In newer models they reduced the amount of oil to bring up the pressure. 

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2008 Volkswagen Touareg 4dr SUV

280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

118000 mi

US $700
Dealer stated that brakes needed to be replaced 
38000 mi The parking brake lever not disengaging when releasing. Had to push up on the lever with foot for vehicle to register the PB as off. 
66000 mi

US $17
Replaced the parking brake damper. Didn't retract all the way causing the parking brake not to release, had to use foot to raise pedal the last inch or so. A common failure. In newer models they reduced the amount of oil to bring up the pressure. 

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2008 Volkswagen Touareg Brake Problems

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