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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN WVGZG77L96D026440 · Checked Oct 1, 2026
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WVGZG77L96D•••••• 2006 Volkswagen TOUAREG

This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2006 Volkswagen TOUAREG build (3 vs 1).

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32on the model
22builds in total
Most reported Power Train 1 Fuel/propulsion System 1 Air Bags 1

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Air Bags Jul 2024
The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the passenger’s side front side air bag and the passenger’s side rear side air bag independently deployed. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The…
Fuel/propulsion System Nov 2019
The contact owns a 2006 volkswagen touareg. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 17V583000 (fuel system, gasoline), but did not have the vehicle immediately serviced. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact was able to…
Power Train Apr 2008
The contact owns a 2006 volkswagen touareg. The contact attempted to start the vehicle and the engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. He turned off the vehicle, restarted it, and drove for approximately 4-5 miles when the light illuminated again. While driving…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WVGZG77L96D026440 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.