2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN

2 recalls — 359 complaints — 511 TSBs

15V194000 Apr 1, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009 Routan vehicles manufactured June 25, 2008, to July 8, 2009, and 2010 Routan vehicles manufactured October 1, 2009, to August 11, 2010. This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this rec... Read more
Consequence
If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including, but not limited to, air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash ... Read more
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 28H1. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 11V151 ... Read more
20,676 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
11V151000 Mar 1, 2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Defect Description
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 ROUTAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 2009 THROUGH JUNE 2010. SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE INADVERTENT IGNITION KEY DISPLACEMENT FROM THE RUN TO ACCESSORY POSITION WHILE DRIVING CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SHUT OFF.
Consequence
AN ENGINE SHUTTING OFF SUDDENLY WHILE DRIVING COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIN MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
12,612 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC

Complaint Statistics

359 total complaints 5 crashes 7 fires 15 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM139
ENGINE46
STEERING23
SERVICE BRAKES23
POWER TRAIN20
UNKNOWN OR OTHER18
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)9
EXTERIOR LIGHTING8
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION6
WHEELS6
POWER TRAIN Jan 20, 2026
Incident date: Jan 20, 2024
The transmission is stuck in 3rd gear and sometimes don't move at all. It has jumped in neutral a couple of times while driving or automatically goes to paddle shifting without touching the gear control. It is basically undrivable with only 95000, or so miles.
ENGINE Apr 7, 2025
Incident date: Mar 7, 2024
At 40,000 miles my head gasket failed, causing the engine to have to be replaced. This has now happened AGAIN at 112,000 miles. In reading on line, this is a common problem for the design of this engine. How can a car engine have to be replaced TWICE? This seems to be a significant design flaw a... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 29, 2025
Incident date: Jan 24, 2025
Rear back-up camera is intermittent and is a safety concern due to the size of the vehicle. I makes it un-safe when backing up. This has been happening more and more. Screen is either black or icon displays that the camera is not working.
ENGINE Nov 12, 2024
Incident date: Nov 12, 2024
Engine started pinging on the Freeway. Pulled over immediately and had it towed by Auto Club to Morgan Auto Repair in Tracy, California. After diagnostics, they determined that the crankshaft was impaired by connecting rod bearing failure. Morgan Auto repair confirmed that the engine HAD THE CORRECT... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 12, 2024
Incident date: Nov 12, 2024
I bought this van just a few weeks ago. One day I was driving and all a sudden it lost power while in motion. This has happened 4xs so far. It could've resulted in the inability to stop my vehicle as the brakes are stiff after the power & engine stop working. It could've resulted in either I h... Read more
ENGINE Nov 12, 2024
Incident date: Nov 12, 2024
Turbos are starting to work and car is starting to consume anti freeze
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Feb 12, 2024
Incident date: Feb 10, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amo... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Feb 12, 2024
Incident date: Feb 10, 2024
Battery failure due to parasitic draw from Ignition IOD fuse ( J13fuse) reads 0.9 draw and M11 fuse ( hvac system) reads 0.6 draw. First occurrence 2/10/24 and second occurrence 2/11/24. Informed auto repair shop on 2/12/24 and goes in for diagnostic 2/15/24. Abs control module failure( intermitten... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 12, 2024
Incident date: Feb 10, 2024
I bought Model Y on December 1st and after two weeks the car suddenly stopped working with a message that electrical system failure unable to support all function and vehicle will stop, it only gave a minute or two before car getting stopped and not responding. The vehicle got towed and they diagnos... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 7, 2023
Incident date: Jul 1, 2023
I was sitting in traffic for a couple minutes and when I stepped on the gas to go, it bogged and stalled. I could not get it turned on and it went into neutral. It finally came back on after sitting in the middle of a busy road for about 3-4 minutes. Then just minutes later it did it again. Same sit... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Oct 7, 2023
Incident date: Jul 1, 2023
Cars automatic emergency braking activated for no apparent reason
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Oct 7, 2023
Incident date: Jul 1, 2023
All electrical gauges randomly go on and off, there is a continuous beeping to go along with it, the windshield wipers will go on and off. It seems to happen more in the summer or if it’s raining. It will occasionally stall while doing this, especially in a stationary position (like at a drive thr... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 13, 2023
Incident date: Jul 10, 2023
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while her boyfriend was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently shifted gear and the RPM's quickly increased. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle seemed to return to normal functionality. The check engine warning li... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Apr 21, 2023
Incident date: Apr 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 45 MPH and coming to a stop light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The contact pumped ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 28, 2023
Incident date: Jan 1, 2023
While driving multiple system failure- warning lights then failure of: blind spot alert, lane departure, back up camera, wipers, tailgate function. When able to stop, power locks did not function. Inability to access rear of car via sliding doors would pose serious risk if accident occurred due to s... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Mar 28, 2023
Incident date: Jan 1, 2023
Dash lights will not dim and will not respond to dimmer switch. This causes a dangerous glare when driving at night and causes visibility problems. I am unable to drive my car at all in the dark
ENGINE Mar 22, 2023
Incident date: Feb 15, 2023
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, she heard an abnormal popping sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The contact was unaware of a warning light being illuminated. Th... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 3, 2023
Incident date: Mar 3, 2023
2018 Acadia will display “Shift to park” warning along with an audible warning when the vehicle is shut off. This happens even though the PRNDL display is in the “Park” position each time. If I try to exit the vehicle, the audible warning continues (apparently indefinitely). This began a... Read more
SUSPENSION Mar 3, 2023
Incident date: Mar 3, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated the vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension). The contact stated he noticed that tread on both rear tires were worn. The contact replaced the tires however, while having the vehicle aligned the mechanic stated t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 3, 2023
Incident date: Mar 3, 2023
2018 Acadia will display “Shift to park” warning along with an audible warning when the vehicle is shut off. This happens even though the PRNDL display is in the “Park” position each time. If I try to exit the vehicle, the audible warning continues (apparently indefinitely). This began a... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 3, 2023
Incident date: Mar 3, 2023
Gear shifting is harsh and erratic. Seems to be lower gears more than higher. Seems to occur more frequently when cold or recent start but is happening more frequently each passing week. Often shifting from P or R to D does not shift to 1st gear and when pressing accelerator engine revs like in... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 21, 2022
Incident date: Dec 20, 2022
While driving the car the car shut off causing an issue with the steering and brakes. This is the second time this has happened. in trying to duplicate the issue, with the car in park and running we were able to duplicate it by wiggling the key fob while it is in the switch. We were able to do this ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 14, 2022
Incident date: Oct 11, 2022
We bought the 2010 Volkswagen Routtan on July 2021, the engine shutts off suddenly. We took it to the dealer and no one knows what the problem is. I was checking the value of the car and found a safety recall in June 2011 and another recall on 04/01/2015 We don't know if they took the vehicle to ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 13, 2022
Incident date: Apr 20, 2022
Car shuts off while driving, ignition key fob issue recall. Tipm system recall.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 13, 2022
Incident date: Apr 20, 2022
Car shuts off while driving, ignition key fob issue recall. Tipm system recall.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 13, 2022
Incident date: Apr 13, 2022
The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle lost power steering and braking functionality. The contact stated that numerous unknown warning lights were illuminated and blinking. The contact was attempting... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 4, 2022
Incident date: Mar 4, 2022
This has happened multiple times. The ignition will cut off which make the car engine quit running. Loss of braking, steering, power has left me in the middle of intersections being nearly avoided being ran into. When this happens all the warning lights come on and the engine turns off. The exact p... Read more
ENGINE Mar 4, 2022
Incident date: Mar 4, 2022
This has happened multiple times. The ignition will cut off which make the car engine quit running. Loss of braking, steering, power has left me in the middle of intersections being nearly avoided being ran into. When this happens all the warning lights come on and the engine turns off. The exact p... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Mar 4, 2022
Incident date: Mar 4, 2022
This has happened multiple times. The ignition will cut off which make the car engine quit running. Loss of braking, steering, power has left me in the middle of intersections being nearly avoided being ran into. When this happens all the warning lights come on and the engine turns off. The exact p... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 1, 2021
Incident date: Aug 3, 2021
The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V194000 (Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle w... Read more
STEERING Aug 23, 2021
Incident date: Aug 23, 2021
The vehicle turned off in the drive gear. I lost steering,breaking and control of vehicle.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 23, 2021
Incident date: Aug 23, 2021
The vehicle turned off in the drive gear. I lost steering,breaking and control of vehicle.
ENGINE Aug 23, 2021
Incident date: Aug 23, 2021
The vehicle turned off in the drive gear. I lost steering,breaking and control of vehicle.
ENGINE Jul 21, 2021
Incident date: Jan 9, 2019
2010 VW Routan VIN:[XXX] We purchased the vehicle used in November of 2018. From November 2018 through early 2020, I experienced the car turning off while driving it about once every 4-6 months. When researching this issue we found that extra weight from other keys or keychains could be affecting i... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 21, 2021
Incident date: Jan 9, 2019
2010 VW Routan VIN:[XXX] We purchased the vehicle used in November of 2018. From November 2018 through early 2020, I experienced the car turning off while driving it about once every 4-6 months. When researching this issue we found that extra weight from other keys or keychains could be affecting i... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 21, 2021
Incident date: Jul 18, 2021
Hi - I have a 2010 VW Volkswagen that has an issue with headlights intermittently working, which is very hazardous and also the windshield wipers randomly turn on and the car was intermittently starting (now won’t start at all since 7/18/2021) among other things. Car appears to not be starting due... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 21, 2021
Incident date: Jul 10, 2017
The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle would shut off randomly. The contact stated traction control warning light was illuminated. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V151000 (Electric... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 21, 2021
Incident date: Jan 9, 2019
2010 VW Routan VIN:[XXX] We purchased the vehicle used in November of 2018. From November 2018 through early 2020, I experienced the car turning off while driving it about once every 4-6 months. When researching this issue we found that extra weight from other keys or keychains could be affecting i... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jul 21, 2021
Incident date: Jul 18, 2021
Hi - I have a 2010 VW Volkswagen that has an issue with headlights intermittently working, which is very hazardous and also the windshield wipers randomly turn on and the car was intermittently starting (now won’t start at all since 7/18/2021) among other things. Car appears to not be starting due... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 21, 2021
Incident date: Jul 18, 2021
Hi - I have a 2010 VW Volkswagen that has an issue with headlights intermittently working, which is very hazardous and also the windshield wipers randomly turn on and the car was intermittently starting (now won’t start at all since 7/18/2021) among other things. Car appears to not be starting due... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 25, 2021
Incident date: Jun 1, 2021
The contact owned a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the vehicle independently caught on fire. There was no crash nor injury due to the fire. The air bags did not deploy. The fire department was contacted and was able to extinguish the fire. A ... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 22, 2021
Incident date: Mar 16, 2015
I purchased this vehicle in March of 2015 when my vehicle shut down and rebooted itself while driving. Since 2019-present, my vehicle shuts off while driving and will restart back up maybe 5 mins, an hour or so later. The ABS, check engine, airbag, and other lights on the dashboards come on and rema... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 22, 2021
Incident date: Mar 16, 2015
I purchased this vehicle in March of 2015 when my vehicle shut down and rebooted itself while driving. Since 2019-present, my vehicle shuts off while driving and will restart back up maybe 5 mins, an hour or so later. The ABS, check engine, airbag, and other lights on the dashboards come on and rema... Read more
AIR BAGS May 20, 2021
Incident date: May 20, 2021
The TIPM is failing which is a common issue with the vehicle make/model. My particular vehicle was not covered under any recalls, however, I have the same tell tale TIPM failure issues as all of the cars that were part of the recall. My lights intermittently work which causes a safety hazard. They w... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING May 20, 2021
Incident date: May 20, 2021
The TIPM is failing which is a common issue with the vehicle make/model. My particular vehicle was not covered under any recalls, however, I have the same tell tale TIPM failure issues as all of the cars that were part of the recall. My lights intermittently work which causes a safety hazard. They w... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 20, 2021
Incident date: May 20, 2021
The TIPM is failing which is a common issue with the vehicle make/model. My particular vehicle was not covered under any recalls, however, I have the same tell tale TIPM failure issues as all of the cars that were part of the recall. My lights intermittently work which causes a safety hazard. They w... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 5, 2021
Incident date: Apr 5, 2021
MY VEHICLE CUTS OFF WITHIN 5 MINUTES AFTER DRIVING AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 20 TO 40MPH (USUALLY REQUIRED IN NEIGHBORHOODS AND SCHOOL ZONES). STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP AND VEHICLE POWER CUTS COMPLETELY OFF. NO WARNING OR LIGHTS INDICATING THE SHUT OFF!
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 26, 2021
Incident date: Jan 18, 2021
THE 2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN WILL RANDOMLY SHUTOFF. THE VEHICLE HAS SHUTOFF WITH AND WITHOUT AUTO-START AND WHILE PARKED AND WHILE IN GEAR MOVING. THERE IS NO INDICATION OF A PROBLEM. DURING A FAILURE, THE KEYFOB IS IN THE ON POSITION AND THE DRIVERS ELECTRICAL DISPLAY GOES BLANK WITH NO INDICATORS. ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 3, 2021
Incident date: Dec 1, 2020
I HAVE VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN 2010 THE CAR WON'T START I LEAVE THE CAR FOR 2 DAYS AND NOW I WENT TO START THE CAR THE CAR DON'T WANT TO START NO CRANK NO POWER I HAVE TO START THE CAR WITH THE JUMPER CABLES I HAVE REPLACED THE STARTER AND I TEST THE BATTERY AND I TEST THE ALTERNATOR WHICH ARE ALL WORKING... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 13, 2020
Incident date: Nov 13, 2020
CONTACTED ORLANDO VOLKSWAGEN SOUTH 5474 S. ORANGE BLOSSOM TRAIL ORLANDO FL 32839 (866) 318-7865 (407) 581-0665 HTTPS://WWW.ORLANDOVWSOUTH.COM WAS TOLD THEY DO NOT DO THE RECALL. CONTACTED DEALER IN 2015 AND NOW WITH NO REMEDY. WHEN DRIVING THE CAR WILL TURN OFF AND LOSE ALL POWE... Read more

Showing 50 of 359 complaints.

EPA Fuel Economy — 2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
4.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 17.0 25.0 20.0 Regular $3,400
3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 16.0 23.0 18.0 Regular $3,750

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Minivan - 2WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN

511 manufacturer communications from 308 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL67
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM62
350000 EQUIPMENT56
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING33
060000 ENGINE (PWS)26
160000 STRUCTURE17
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE16
100000 POWER TRAIN15
V691901201047916 Jan 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
V871810204370421 Nov 13, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure. Update to model year applicability and new warranty GFF labor operation number
V371802203397511 Jun 21, 2023
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
V171901201285560 Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V4016012043146_2 Feb 20, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Strut or Shock leak assessment.
VWP-23-01 Feb 6, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Document informs dealers on VWP-23-01
V691901201047915 Feb 2, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.
V691901201047915 Feb 2, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.
TT 91 23 01 Jan 26, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Radio knob replacement instead of radio replacement w/ knob part number.
WLA-22-15 Nov 16, 2022
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
ACC Calibration Process
V871810204370417 Nov 10, 2022
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
V871810204370417 Nov 10, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
V0017062033708_8 Sep 6, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
update to required vehicle wash shampoo.
CT_batt_charger Aug 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Minimum battery charger requirements during software updates
V3718022033975_8 Jun 14, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto Trans fluid requirements.
V8720022061094_7 Jun 8, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen. Updated to include ID.4
V8720022061094_5 Jun 6, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
TT 13 20 01_2 May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine oil pressure priming.
TT 13 20 01_2 May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oil pressure priming.
TT 27-10-02_4 May 12, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Tester VAS 6161 introduction.
A002155201173212 Dec 15, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
TT 01 21 03 Dec 3, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Explanation of error message received from scan tool when erasing diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in Control Module -623- after repair.
V691901201047914 Nov 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update to model year applicability.
V871810204370416 Aug 4, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C Compressor replacement requirements, updated to include additional model year applicability.
ELSAallignVW Apr 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time w
CustomerLetter Apr 23, 2021
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
2009-2015 Model Year Volkswagen TDI? Clean Diesel Vehicles Registered in Minnesota
CustomerLetter Apr 23, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2009-2015 Model Year Volkswagen TDI? Clean Diesel Vehicles Registered in Minnesota
CustomerLetterB Apr 23, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Extension for Intake Manifold & Fuel Injectors Certain 2008-2011
CustomerLetterB Apr 23, 2021
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Warranty Extension for Intake Manifold & Fuel Injectors Certain 2008-2011
TT 00 13 04_6 Apr 9, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Parts ordering information
V3718022033975_7 Mar 3, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Transmission Fluid requirements updated to include additional model year applicability.
TT 97 14 02 Jan 29, 2021
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Data link diagnostics and tips
V871810204370415 Jan 26, 2021
042100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:COMPRESSOR
A/C requirements, update to title.
SM C-2020 Dec 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
V8720022061094_2 Nov 11, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.
V8720022061094_2 Nov 11, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.
V8720022061094_2 Nov 11, 2020
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.
V8720022061094-1 Oct 29, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.
TT 00 16 02-4 Oct 2, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Mandatory fastener.
TT 00 16 02-4 Oct 2, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Mandatory fastener.
TT 00 16 02-4 Oct 2, 2020
010000 STEERING
Mandatory fastener.
TT 45 09 05-6 Sep 25, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 45 09 05-6 Sep 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Antilock brake function test direction.
V0017062033708-5 Sep 15, 2020
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
TT 45 09 05 Sep 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 45 09 05 Sep 4, 2020
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Antilock brake function test direction.
V871810204370412 Aug 24, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Statement referring to TB 2043893 removed. To include additional models and model year applicability. A.C. Compressor Replacement, GFF Required Regardless of Concern and Flush Requirement
VW Part Labels Aug 10, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Recall Reminder Part Labels
TT 13 20 01 Aug 7, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oil pressure priming after engine replacement or internal repair.
TT 45 09 05ss2 Jul 31, 2020
250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) function test may not end on its own causing DTC.
V0018052010380_8 Jun 2, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
V0018052010380_8 Jun 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
V871811204389310 May 11, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
New machine version added to table.
TT 97 20 01 SS1 Apr 30, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Voltage Drop Testing. Updated for picture clarity.
TT 97 20 01 Apr 24, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Voltage Drop Testing.
VWALLMDLTRECHNS Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tire Chain Information (for California dealers only) All Model Years. Information only for all other dealers.
TT 20 09 01 Mar 13, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
Dealercomm200310 Mar 10, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication - March 10, 2020
V011812_2014603 Dec 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
V011812_2014603 Dec 5, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
V171901_2012855 Nov 25, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
0910RtnSrvXprs Nov 11, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Added: Torque Spec table
V871810_2043704 Nov 4, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to mode; and model year applicability.
V871811_2043893 Nov 4, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to mode; and model year applicability.
V171901_2012855 Sep 24, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V001901_2040590 Sep 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Include additional photo's of water ingress. Also includes 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
TT 001202 Aug 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
QRUG08212019 Aug 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Quick Reference Update Guide.
30DayInvCklst Aug 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references. ADDED EFB to "Select correct battery type" in bottom box. Also Jetta Wagon 2005 and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB.
TT 00 19 01 Jul 26, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle Fuse location assistance.
DCcampreminder May 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Campaign Reminder Communication. Also includes: 1998-2004 Beetle, 2003-2004 Beetle Convertible, 2019 Beetle Convertible, 1994-2004 Eurovan, 1994-2004 Golf, 1994-2004 Jetta, 2001-2004 Jetta Wagon, 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB, 1994-2004 Passat, 1994
SM 33-2019 Mar 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
TT 91 19 01 Mar 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
TT 91 19 01 Mar 22, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
Gasoline Engine Feb 27, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
V271901-2011894 Feb 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
TT 90 11 01 Feb 15, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Instrument cluster production mode solution, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
TT 90 11 01 Feb 15, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Instrument cluster production mode solution, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
TT 10 12 01 Sep 28, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine replacement tip
TT 01 18 12 Sep 14, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Witech usage for incorrect VIN logged into various modules
A971861 2013504- Jun 6, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.
TT 271002 Sep 14, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.
TT 271002 Sep 14, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.
SM 12-2017 VWMEX Aug 25, 2017
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document. Only superseded part numbers to be ordered going forward.
SM 59-2017 Aug 18, 2017
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document. Only superseded part numbers to be ordered going forward.
TT 011503 Aug 18, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Update to expand fuel testing for lean DTCS.
TT 200901 Aug 18, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
SM 44-2017 EN Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
VHW-17-11 Jun 22, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide
V001706_2033708 Apr 12, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
Update TB to include model year 2016 & 2017 applicability
V001706_2033708 Apr 12, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update TB to include model year 2016 & 2017 applicability
Quick Reference Mar 13, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated
TT911101 Mar 10, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update to existing Tech Tip 91-11-01 for later model years, to direct technicians to the bluetooth compatibility chart.
1-2017 Update Feb 1, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.
V691601 2010479 Oct 31, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2017.
TT 00-16-02 Oct 28, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used
V401602 2040561 Oct 25, 2016
010000 STEERING
Updated to include model year 2017 applicability
V871622 2019947 Oct 24, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to model year applicability.
V191602 2022549 Oct 20, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update model year applicability.
V371602 2033975 Oct 20, 2016
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Updated to include an additional model year applicability.

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VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN across all model years (2009–2012).

9 Total Recalls
1,249 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
23 Reported Crashes
17 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2014 0 2 View
2013 0 8 View
2012 1 115 View
2011 0 302 View
2010 (current) 2 359
2009 6 460 View
2008 0 3 View

Other VOLKSWAGEN Models

Model Recalls Complaints
JETTA 249 14,075 View
GOLF 190 2,084 View
PASSAT 185 10,492 View
BEETLE 157 3,629 View
GTI 116 1,926 View
ID.4 115 1,606 View
ATLAS 101 2,700 View
TIGUAN 78 3,173 View