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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%)

Chart based on 118 repairs.
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2008 Volkswagen Touareg engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (10%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (23%)

< $100 (37%)

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Chart based on 30 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 310hp 4.9L V10 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

42000 mi Vehicle would not start, had to be towed in. Dealer could not diagnose or fix. 
43000 mi Car towed in a 3rd time for no start issue. Replaced the Access Start Module due to fault 00288. 

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2008 Volkswagen Touareg 4dr SUV

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

132680 mi

A $1600
Replaced failed EGR Cooler and EGR Valve 
153760 mi

A $2700
Replaced Failed Turbo Charger 
161200 mi

A $175
Exhaust Gas Temperature sensor had failed. 
164300 mi Vehicle began displaying low AdBlue Tank Level. However this vehicle is not fitted with AdBlue. The vehicle also started a countdown time to inhibit restart. Unable to disable or clear conventionally as no option in vehicle controls. Scan performed with VCDS without any success in clearing the issue. Finally resolved by disconnecting the battery and letting it stand for four hours to ensure any volatile memory had cleared. Issue has not returned for past 1,500 km. Exact cause remains unknown. 
36580 mi

$550
Exhaust gas cooler was broken/liking spreading moisture cloud from the exhaust pipes. Loosing coolant liquid level rapidly. 
100220 mi

A $140
Unusual engine noise. Water pump changed 
116126 mi

A $300
Inlet swirl vanes replaced with aftermarket kit 
123380 mi

A $2100
Coolant leaking from EGR Cooler. EGR Cooler, EGR Flap, Gaskets and O rings replaced 
96720 mi

A $6500
Leaking Rear Seal and EGR Valves 
97820 mi

A $300
Sensor for turbo not working, engine light on 
318440 mi

A $1500
Intake sensor passenger side 
855600 mi

A $1600
Have fixed everything replaceable now except Diesel Particulate Filter. Met another owner with same KM as mine and has had no issues except drive shaft. 
129580 mi

A $2500
Transmission fluid and filter change. After change erratic gear changes and gears not engaging. Back to mechanic for reset of computers and now working okay. 

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2008 Volkswagen Touareg 4dr SUV

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

62500 mi

US $1000
The Thermostat on the heating system had a short circuit due to enginer coolant. The thermostat was replaced and Engine light reset. Additionally, the passenger's side interior blower fan wa replaced due to noisy/squeaky ball bearing. 
49000 mi

US $350
Car would not energize when the key was turned to on position. Towed in. Failed at dealer for 5 days. While mechanic was checking wires, car energized correctly. No issue could be found. Waiting on next failure. 
20069 mi Change out variable intake motors, Change out variable intake motors, air bag seat sensor, rear window hatch sensor, seat belt clasp. All work under warranty 
29000 mi Intake manifold was changed out due to variable intake motor sticking due to cold. 
33000 mi P0171 - Cleaned MAF with isopropyl alcohol, good as new. 
38000 mi

US $40
DTC P0171 recurred. Diagnosed EVAP purge solenoid valve defective. Awaiting the part 
38300 mi

US $230
Replaced oil separator which was triggering a P0171/2 Bank 1 & 2 running too lean. 

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2008 Volkswagen Touareg 4dr SUV

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

59000 mi 1 coil needed replacement. Dealer said it was one that they normally don't see go out. 
37000 mi -check engine light came on -car ran rough and seemed to hesitate -engine had been cleaned previously and possible dampness could have caused the problem -problem has not recurred 
35000 mi Check Coolant message came on. Was discovered that a coolant hose from the overflow was leaking. Dropped off afternoon of day 1, ordered parts day 2, and was driving the third day. Total of 2.5 days in shop from when we dropped off. 
64000 mi

US $150
Check engine light was on. Dealer diagnosed "misfire". Reset light. 
65000 mi Check engine light came on. Returned to dealer. Dealer said intake needed cleaning. Dealer cleaned and reset light 
91300 mi

US $600
Check engine light came on. Dealer said valves had carbon on them. Removed intake manifold and cleaned valves. 
95300 mi

US $725
Vehicle surging at highway speeds. Check engine light came on. Dealer diagnosed as a failed secondary fuel pump. Replaced pump and cleared codes. 
97700 mi

US $500
Vehicle surging on highway. Took to dealer and had trouble diagnosing problem. Finally said that an O2 sensor was bad. Replaced O2 sensor, cleared codes. 

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2008 Volkswagen Touareg Engine Problems

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