Recall 11V195 affects 256 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid vehicles with incorrect tire-pressure labels. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Volkswagen is recalling 256 2011 Touareg Hybrid vehicles because the certification label lists incorrect tire pressure information. Wrong tire pressure guidance can lead owners to inflate tires improperly, which can cause premature tire wear and raise crash risk; the Volkswagen dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The certification label on the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid is the sticker that tells an owner and service technician the correct tire pressure and tire information for that SUV. It is supposed to match the tire and rim setup Volkswagen certified for the vehicle. That label is used when checking or setting cold tire pressure, especially after service or a tire replacement.
On the recalled Touareg Hybrids, the label was printed with incorrect tire pressure information. The problem is not a broken tire, wheel, or sensor. It is incorrect instructions on the vehicle itself, which means an owner or shop can set the tires to the wrong pressure while believing they are following Volkswagen's specification.
There is no warning sign before failure because the defect is printed information, not a part that changes while driving. The visible clue is the label itself, and Volkswagen campaign 11V195 is the recall tied to that incorrect tire pressure information.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 256 |
Not every 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect tire pressure information can lead an owner to inflate the tires to the wrong pressure. Driving on improperly inflated tires can cause premature tire wear and increase the risk of a crash. Until the label is corrected, confirm tire pressure with the dealer before adjusting the tires. Repair will be free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to confirm repair timing for your VIN.
- Ask for the free tire-pressure-label overlay that corrects the certification label and reference recall number 11V195 when you call.
- Bring the recall notice if you have one.
- Keep the tires inflated according to Volkswagen service guidance until the corrected label is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volkswagen technician installs an overlay with the correct tire pressure information onto the existing vehicle certification label. The work fixes the incorrect tire pressure label on affected 2011 Touareg Hybrid vehicles. The filing identifies this as a free recall repair, with parts and labor covered once the dealer repair is available. Ask the service desk to confirm the label campaign applies to your VIN before the vehicle is checked in.
Timeline
| March 29, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 28, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V195?
Recall 11V195 covers 256 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid vehicles with certification labels that list incorrect tire pressure information. Wrong pressure information can lead to improper tire inflation, premature tire wear, and crash risk. Volkswagen dealers install the corrected label overlay for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Touareg Hybrid is included in recall 11V195. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer and ask for the corrected tire pressure label overlay. Reference recall number 11V195 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Volkswagen dealers install the corrected tire pressure label overlay free of charge. You can also call Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987 with recall number 11V195.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is improper tire inflation caused by incorrect tire pressure information on the certification label. Driving with improperly inflated tires can cause premature tire wear and increase crash risk. The fix is a corrected label overlay installed by a franchised Volkswagen dealer for free.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V195000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-822-8987 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V195 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V195000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →