Touareg :: 2009 - Diesel Smell In Cabin Coming Off The Highway


Aug 4, 2010

I just picked up a 2009 Touareg TDI. I have just one "issue" of concern. When I first picked it up and drove it home I noticed a bit of a diesel smell at intersections and when driving around town (in the vehicle mind you, not behind it. ;-) ).

I took it in to the dealer and they said they couldn't smell anything. Said they tested it on the rack, off the rack, took it out and drove it, and never smelled anything. They said to take it home and if I could still smell diesel to bring it back and they would give it a more intensive look.

I didn't notice anything after taking it home and all seemed to be well for a day. I did my daily commute today and after coming off the highway noticed what seemed like a little bit of exhaust coming in the vents like the other day. It definitely goes away entirely if you turn off the climatronic. It's kind of faint, but still noticeable. Is this normal for a TDI Touareg? What should I have them look for? Am I being overly sensitive to the smell of the diesel since this is my first TDI?

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