Is the 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 2010 Volkswagen Routan?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Volkswagen Routan have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

2010 Volkswagen Routan

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2010 Volkswagen Routan
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 240
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2010: 240 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2008	3
2009	293
2010	240
2011	175
2012	63
2013	7
2014	2

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

63% · 151 reports

Most commonly citing switch and ignition.

CRASHFIREINJURY

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Tl* the contacts owns a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. When the contact opened the driver's door, snow fell onto the power window switch. After the contact cleaned the snow off the switch, she later smelled a burning oder coming from the door.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-08

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

Death & injury risk! Volkswagen 2010 Routan suddenly shuts off while driving on the highway at 65MPH. This has happen more than a few times. Today is the last straw as I was driving on the highway with my kids. I barely survive the incident.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-04-02

Engine

19% · 45 reports

CRASH

Service brakes

11% · 27 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

FIREINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced numerous failures. The rear rotors became warped numerous times and the dealer replaced the rotors four times.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-05

Also filed under Power train

Steering

10% · 23 reports

Power train

9% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

CRASHFIREINJURY

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Vehicle stationary in park. Gear slipped and car drove backwards down the hill, stopped, then slipped into drive and drove itself into lake. My dog crated in back. She drowned. Incline was slight. Gravel. Ashe county park jefferson nc.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-14

This complaint is regarding my new 2010 Volkswagen Routan, the car is under two months old.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-05-28

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2011-06-15Electrical system11V151000 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…

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.

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2015-06-23Electrical system15V194000 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.

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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2010 Volkswagen Routan — pre-purchase inspection

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Electrical system: 151 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 45 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 27 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 11V151000 · Electrical system
Recall 15V194000 · Electrical system

FAQ

Is the 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 2010 Volkswagen Routan?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Volkswagen Routan have?: 2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.