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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%)
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 118 repairs.
2008 Volkswagen Touareg brake repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (40%)
$100 - $499 (20%)
< $100 (40%)
Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
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. |
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. |
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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