NHTSA Recall 03V266000: Electrical system: wiring
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 670 vehicles. It affects 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V266000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | WS |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | July 25, 2003 |
| Owner notification | October 10, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) wiring harness may have been improperly routed during assembly. An improperly routed TPMS wiring harness may contact the parking brake cable spring.
Safety risk
If this happens, the TPMS wiring circuit could be interrupted, resulting in an inoperative TPMS, and causing a short-to-ground condition that could potentially result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the TPMS wiring harness routing and, if necessary, correct the wiring harness routing. Owner notification began august 18, 2003. Owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-893-5298.
Notes
VW recall no. Ws.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V266000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Touareg | 2004 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.