2008 Volkswagen EOS
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 47
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Power train
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
55% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 47 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 40 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 84 |
| 2010 | 69 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 94 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
55% · 26 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Gearbox failure! Direct failure to gearbox causes car to malfunction while in motion. Vehicle will stop abruptly (Travelling on the interstate!) and refuse to go back into any gear, including but not limited to, reverse and drive.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-15
Electrical system
15% · 7 reportsStructure
15% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing body and trunk lid.
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I was already parking in my space in front of my house when suddenly instead of stop the car run off passing the concrete barrier and going toward the house .I couldn't stop it, I just drove across the lawn, avoiding to crash first against the brick...
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-27
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
I purchased a 2008 Volkswagen EOS on 10/1/2007. About 1 month later I began hearing rattling in the convertible top when it was up. Today is 3/16/2008 and my vehicles has only 2900 miles. I've been unable to drive it due to the rattling noise.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-03-17
Engine
11% · 5 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Car stalled and when brought to dealership was informed this car burns oil at a high rate and the engine needs to be replaced. Oil had just been added!
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-05
Upon waiting for the traffic light to change to green, I depressed the accelerator and within seconds, I heard a low boom and then the engine power cut out. I coasted to the side of the road and at that point was no longer able to start the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-10
Tires
6% · 3 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2008 Volkswagen EOS equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Assurance A/S, Tire Size: 215-55/R16, DOT Number: (NA).
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-11-14
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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I
2009-07-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-11-19 Vehicle stall/loss motive power
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Volkswagen EOS — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 26 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 7 reports on file for this year.
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- Is the 2008 Volkswagen EOS reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Volkswagen EOS is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Volkswagen EOS?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Volkswagen EOS have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.