Volkswagen Touran: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 30,108 Volkswagen Touran cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2003 and 2025.
In a sample of 399 cars, 63.2% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre tread depth insufficient (17.8% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 21 recalls for this model; 2% of registered cars still have an open recall.
3.3% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 17.8% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 14% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 13.3% |
| Excessive leak of other fluids | 8.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 5.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 4.8% |
| Spring broken or cracked | 4.8% |
| Drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing | 3.8% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 3.3% |
| Rust damage to axle, wheel guide or reaction rod | 3.3% |
Share of 399 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 14.3% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 5.5% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 1% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.5% |
| Rust damage, thickness reduced by more than 15% | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 30,108 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 2% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 3.3% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.8% |
| First registered | 2003 to 2025 |
All Volkswagen Touran passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-25 | seats | – | 0 |
| 2023-11-09 | axles, wheels and tyres | – | 1 |
| 2023-06-13 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 89 |
| 2022-05-20 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 75 |
| 2021-02-23 | steering | – | 0 |
| 2020-12-16 | brakes | serious | 863 |
| 2019-12-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 16 |
| 2019-08-13 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 1,419 |
| 2019-07-09 | other | – | 108 |
| 2018-11-28 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 7 |
| 2018-11-23 | electrical system | – | 8,879 |
| 2018-05-09 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 140 |
| 2018-03-07 | electrical system | – | 2,089 |
| 2017-03-24 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 495 |
| 2017-02-22 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 566 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Volkswagen Touran fail the APK?
In a sample of 399 cars first registered 2012–2021, 63.2% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Volkswagen Touran?
The most common APK defects are: tyre tread depth insufficient (17.8%), tyre pressure incorrect (14%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (13.3%).
Does the Volkswagen Touran have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 21 recalls. 2% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.