Volkswagen Recalls 2011 Touareg Hybrids for Incorrect Tire Pressure Labels
Volkswagen is recalling 2011 Touareg Hybrid vehicles because certification labels contain incorrect tire pressure information, which could lead to improper inflation and premature tire wear.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a labeling error that could lead to improper tire inflation and potential crash risk, but no injuries or deaths are reported, fitting the criteria for moderate severity.
Plain-English summary
Volkswagen of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011 Touareg Hybrid vehicles manufactured between July 2, 2010, and February 3, 2011. The recall addresses certification labels on these vehicles that contain incorrect tire pressure information, failing to comply with Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
The incorrect information could lead owners to improperly inflate the vehicle's tires. Driving on improperly inflated tires can result in premature tire wear and possibly a crash. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text, though the recall number is 11V195000.
Dealers will install an overlay containing the correct tire pressure information onto the existing vehicle certification label free of charge. The safety recall was expected to begin on or before April 19, 2011. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG HYBRID
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Manufacturer
- VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
- Category
- Vehicle — SUV
- Affected units
- 256
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- TOUAREG HYBRID
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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