The problem
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2011 touareg hybrid vehicles, manufactured from July 2, 2010, through February 3, 2011. The certification labels on these vehicles contain incorrect tire pressure information and therefore fail to comply with the requirements of motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims."
The risk
Incorrect tire pressure information could lead to an owner improperly inflating the vehicle tires. Driving on improperly inflated tires can lead to premature tire wear and possibly a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install an overlay containing the correct tire pressure information onto the existing vehicle certification label free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before April 19, 2011. Owners May contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 11V-195 (11V195000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | March 29, 2011 |
| Owners notified | April 28, 2011 |
| Vehicles affected | 256 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 11V-195 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install an overlay containing the correct tire pressure information onto the existing vehicle certification label free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before April 19, 2011. Owners May contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 256 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.