Is the 2010 Volkswagen EOS reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Volkswagen EOS is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Volkswagen EOS?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Volkswagen EOS have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

2010 Volkswagen EOS

◆ Worse than typical

2010 Volkswagen EOS
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This year had 30% to 100% more 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 69
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 3
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2010: 69 complaints

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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.

Air bags

35% · 24 reports

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Clockspring failed after recall, causing the airbags to be inoperable as well as the horn and other safety features

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-24

Also filed under Electrical system

Power train

32% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

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Driving the car in traffic, the dsg transmission fluid is too hot. I got a whiff of burning transmission fluid accompanied by hot air. Oil low pressure warning light is illuminated and the car needs to be pull over.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-20

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen EOS. While driving at approximately 50 MPH, the contact noticed a rumbling noise and a speed warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-20

Also filed under Engine

2010 vw EOS - with less than 5000 miles, car would lurch when starting after coming to a stop. This is repeated continually. Service people advised mechatronics unit needs to be replaced and part would take at least two weeks.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-03-02

Engine

13% · 9 reports

Service brakes

10% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing air.

Electrical system

7% · 5 reports

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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2010Complaint volume 69 complaints filed for this model year.
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2015-03-24Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-09-28 Air Bag Clockspring Failure
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2016-01-15Air bags15V483000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off.

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2017-11-13Recall queryClosed 2018-05-04 Air Bag Clockspring Failure
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2018-03-16Air bags18V148000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

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2018-04-18Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Clockspring Failure

Buy-smart checklist

2010 Volkswagen EOS — pre-purchase inspection

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Air bags: 24 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 22 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 15V483000 · Air bags
Recall 18V148000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Volkswagen EOS reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Volkswagen EOS is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Volkswagen EOS?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Volkswagen EOS have?: 2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.