Volkswagen Group of America Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Touareg vehicles. The fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Sell your 2008 Volkswagen Touareg for cash
The 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is a SUV that came with a choice of 3.6L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl and 5.0L 10-cyl engines. At 18 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.
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2008 Volkswagen Touareg at a glance
| Body style | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
|---|---|
| Engines | 3.6L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl, 5.0L 10-cyl (turbocharged versions available) |
| Transmissions | Automatic (S6) |
| Drive | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline, Diesel |
| Fuel economy | 12–15 city / 17–20 highway / 14–17 combined MPG |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $5,150–$5,850 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles) |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 555–635 grams per mile |
| Versions tested by EPA | 3 configurations |
| Age | 18 years |
Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.
What affects its junk value
- Age: at 18 years old, most of a 2008 Touareg's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
- Weight: as a SUV, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
- Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
- Recalls: NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2008 Touareg. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
- Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the fuel/propulsion system, typically around 96,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.
2008 Volkswagen Touareg recalls
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.
Volkswagen is recalling 14,416 my 2007-2009 Touareg vehicles. The fastening struts on the roof edge spoiler can crack, causing the spoiler to become loose and possibly detach from the vehicle without warning, even though initially the spoiler may feel secure.
Risk: If this happens, the spoiler could cause injury by striking persons outside the vehicle or could become an obstacle to other drivers, possibly resulting in a crash.
On certain passenger vehicles, a fuel supply line was changed during production which could lead to insufficient sealing of the fuel supply line connector.
Risk: This condition could lead to a fuel leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems." the owner's manual is missing the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) written instructions.
Risk: This standard specifies performance requirements for tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) to warn drivers of significant under-inflation of tires and the resulting safety problems.
Common 2008 Touareg problems
Owners have filed 56 complaints about the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg with NHTSA. 1 report involved a crash and 4 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 2 injuries.
Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.
Most-reported components
Typical mileage when problems were reported
- Fuel/Propulsion System96,000 mi
- Electrical System86,000 mi
- Engine117,000 mi
- Exterior Lighting75,000 mi
- Seat Belts71,000 mi
- Unknown or Other190,000 mi
2008 Volkswagen Touareg service bulletins
Manufacturers have filed 418 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.
Most common bulletin topics
Recent bulletins
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
VW Engine oil quality standards
VW Engine oil quality standards
Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger. Update Tool terminology
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
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Selling a 2008 Touareg: questions
How much is a 2008 Volkswagen Touareg worth for junk?
It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.
Can I junk a 2008 Touareg that doesn't run?
Yes. We buy 2008 Touaregs that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.
Can I sell a 2008 Touareg with open recalls?
Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What paperwork do I need to sell my 2008 Touareg?
Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.
Before you sell
Sources
- EPA fuel economy data (specs and MPG)fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA recallsnhtsa.gov
- NHTSA complaints, service bulletins and investigationsnhtsa.gov
Data retrieved October 2026.
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