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2008 Volkswagen Touareg 2 4dr V10 5.0L

City 15/hwy 20 (5.0L engine/6-speed auto trans)

12-way heated pwr front bucket seats w/lumbar support, memory

Cricket leather seat trim

60/40 split folding rear seat w/fold-flat feature, height-adjustable headrests for all seating positions

Front center armrest w/storage

Foldable rear center armrest w/storage compartment, load through, cupholder

Front seatback storage pockets

Dual front/rear cupholders

Center console-inc: (2) front cup holders, (2) front/(1) rear pwr outlets, storage

Front/rear floor mats

4-spoke leather-wrapped heated multi-function steering wheel w/audio controls

Height-adjustable/telescopic steering column

Memory steering column

Immobilizer III theft-deterrent system

Instrumentation-inc: tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, vehicle temp gauge, outside temp, audio functions, clock

Multi-function trip computer-inc: trip time, length, average speed, average fuel consumption, current fuel consumption, miles to empty

Multi-function onboard computer-inc: adjustable settings for vehicle unlocking, exterior mirror synchronization, language, measurement units, exterior headlights, coming home/leaving home, tire pressure monitoring system, speed warning, time setting, interior lighting

Multi-color display

Electronic parking assist

Audible/visible anti-theft vehicle alarm system

Remote central pwr locking system-inc: automatic locks, selective unlocking from driver door

Pwr windows-inc: driver 1-touch up/down feature, pinch protection, key-operated open/close feature

Remote fuel door/hatch releases

Remote keyless entry w/(2) integrated key transmitters

Cruise control

Delta VI AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: (10) speakers, RDS capability

Sirius satellite radio

Integrated window diversity antenna

Dual-zone Climatronic climate control

Illuminated front/rear air vents

Rear window & side mirror defroster

Illuminated lockable glove box w/adjustable cooling feature

Rear cup holders

Walnut wood interior trim

Front/rear door storage pockets w/rubber lining

Molded door trim in leatherette

Chrome door handles

Auto dimming rearview mirror w/switch

Overhead console-inc: compass, HomeLink

Rear sunshades

Covered illuminated visor vanity mirrors

Front/rear passenger assist handles

Dual front/rear reading lights

Interior ambient lighting-inc: foot wells, door handles, above center console

Leather shift knob w/chrome accents

Front seatback pockets

Fully lined carpeted luggage compartment-inc: light, 12V & 115V pwr outlets (4) tie-down hooks, chrome loading edge protection, hatch closing grip

4-wheel anti-lock (ABS) vented disc brakes w/brake assist, electronic brake force distribution

Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system

Driver & front passenger side-impact airbags

Front/rear side curtain protection

Passenger airbag cutoff sensor

3-point front/rear safety belts w/emergency locking retractors for all seats

Height-adjustable safety belts w/pretensioners for driver & front passenger, rear outboard seating positions

Safety belt load limiters for driver & front passenger

Center rear safety belt w/interlock

Child safety door locks

LATCH child restraint system

Daytime running lights

Electronic stabilization program (ESP) w/anti-slip regulation

Collapsible steering column

Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams

Intelligent crash response system

Rollover sensor system

Chrome matte grille w/logo, chrome eyebrows, chrome air intakes, chrome grille slats

Auto on/off bi-xenon headlamps w/advanced front light system, headlight washer system

Front halogen projector lens fog lights

Daytime running lights

Body-color auto dimming heated pwr synchronized pwr folding mirrors w/integrated flood lights/turn signals, memory, auto tilt passenger side

Privacy glass

Aero rain-sensing windshield wipers w/heated washer nozzles

Rear intermittent wiper

Pwr liftgate

Pwr glass tilt/slide sunroof-inc: tinted glass, sunshade, pinch protection, driver door pwr lock operated convenience closing feature, illuminated dial

Silver roof rails

Rear spoiler

5.0L SOHC 20-valve twin-turbo diesel V10 engine

6-speed automatic transmission w/OD, Tiptronic, dynamic shift program, sport mode

Center locking differential

Electronic differential lock

Hill descent/climb assist

Electronic stabilization program w/anti-slip regulation

Engine braking assist

4XMOTION permanent 4-wheel drive w/low range gear

190-amp alternator

Trailer hitch preparation

Independent double wishbone front suspension

Independent four-link rear suspension

4-corner air suspension w/(6) adjustable ride heights, (3) setting continuous damping control

P275/45VR19 all-season tires

P195/75R18 spare tire

19" x 9" alloy wheels w/lockable bolts

Servotronic pwr steering

4-wheel anti-lock (ABS) vented disc brakes w/brake assist, electronic brake force distribution

Dual chrome-tipped exhaust pipes

TECHNOLOGY PKG -inc: DVD-based navigation system w/upgraded sound system, rear view back up camera, 6-disc trunk mounted CD changer, aux audio input jack

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

TRAILER HITCH -inc: receiver, wiring harness connector

REAR DIFFERENTIAL LOCK

LUX PLUS PKG -inc: keyless access, keyless start/stop, Dynaudio, 4-zone climatronic, heated rear seats

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*

SOLID PAINT (STD)

(4) RUBBER MATS, TRUNK LINER, SIDE CARGO NETS (N/A w/P68 Lux Plus Pkg) (PIO)

(4) RUBBER MATS (PIO)

TRUNK-MOUNTED CD CHANGER (N/A w/W63 Technology Pkg) (PIO)

TOUAREG SIDE STEPS -inc: replacement jack (PIO)

** VARIOUS ADDITIONAL PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS MAY BE AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA-SEE YOUR AREA DEALER FOR A COMPLETE LIST **

  White Gold -- Anthracite

  White Gold -- Pure Beige

  White Gold -- Sienna

  Alaska Gray -- Anthracite

  Alaska Gray -- Pure Beige

  Alaska Gray -- Sienna

  Reflex Silver Metallic -- Anthracite

  Reflex Silver Metallic -- Sienna

  Galapagos Gray -- Anthracite

  Galapagos Gray -- Pure Beige

  Galapagos Gray -- Sienna

  Black Uni -- Anthracite

  Black Uni -- Pure Beige

  Black Uni -- Sienna

  Reed Green Metallic -- Anthracite

  Reed Green Metallic -- Pure Beige

  Reed Green Metallic -- Sienna

  Cranberry -- Anthracite

  Cranberry -- Pure Beige

  Campanella White -- Anthracite

  Campanella White -- Pure Beige

  Campanella White -- Sienna

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Crash Test Note : Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID : 09V248000

Mfg's Report Date : JUN 25, 2009

Component : STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Number of Units Affected : 14416

Summary : 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.

Consequence : 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.

Remedy : DEALERS WILL INSTALL REINFORCEMENT WEDGES TO THE ROOF EDGE SPOILER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY. OWNER MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Notes : VOLKSWAGEN RECALL NO.66D6/S5. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

Basic Years : 4

Basic Miles/km : 50,000

Drivetrain Years : 5

Drivetrain Miles/km : 60,000

Corrosion Years : 12

Corrosion Miles/km : Unlimited

Roadside Assistance Years : 4

Roadside Assistance Miles/km : 50,000