2013 Volkswagen EOS
Only 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 40 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 84 |
| 2010 | 69 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 94 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 26 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
17 of 26 total reports mention: air bags.
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TAKATA RECALL WE HAVE RECEIVED SEVERAL NOTICES FOR THE PAST YEAR THAT OUR AIRBAGS NEED REPLACEMENT AND THAT IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE AS IS. HOWEVER, EVERY TIME WE CALL THE VW DEALER THEY TELL ME THEY DON'T HAVE PARTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180917
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V148000 (AIR BAGS).
NHTSA ODI report, 20180917
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160721
3 of 26 total reports mention: engine.
2 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system.
2 of 26 total reports mention: air bags.
1 of 26 total reports mentions: suspension.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
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.
Campaign 15V483000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available.
Campaign 16V078000 — check if this car was fixed
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
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.
Campaign 18V148000 — check if this car was fixed
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018.
Campaign 18V329000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Volkswagen EOS — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V483000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V078000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V148000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V329000 (unknown or other) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Volkswagen EOS reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volkswagen EOS?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 65% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Volkswagen EOS have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.