Volkswagen · United States · Crit
Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid: Hybrid propulsion system
Affects Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid · 2011–2015 — about 825 vehicles.
The hazard
An electrical short in the high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a fitted drain valve to allow water to drain properly, free of charge. The recall began late February 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this 53B8.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational