MYRModel Year Report

2011 Volkswagen Routan

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2011 Volkswagen Routan
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:58:50.977Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volkswagen Routan Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 2008: 3 complaints 2008 2009: 293 complaints 2009 2010: 240 complaints 2010 2011: 175 complaints 2011 2012: 63 complaints 2012 2013: 7 complaints 2013 2014: 2 complaints 2014
2011: 175 complaints
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YearComplaints
20083
2009293
2010240
2011175
201263
20137
20142

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 63%

63% of complaints: electrical system — 111 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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MY CHILDREN AND I WERE STATIONARY AT A LIGHT WHEN THE VAN STARTED SPUTTERING. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I ACCELERATED. WITHIN 5 MINUTES THE VAN CUT OFF. I HAVE A FULL TANK OF GAS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171102

I HAVE A FEW CONCERNS ABOUT AN ACCIDENT MY WIFE WAS IN ON 12/06/2012. SHE WAS STRUCK HEAD ON BY ANOTHER DRIVER. SHE HAD THREE CHILDREN IN THE CAR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130108

loss of steering while driving, fluid loss multiple times since late september 2024(all while driving and no lights or warnings came on), 2 snapped serpentine belts, key ignition sticking(would not turn), dashboard not lighting up, rpm no longer...

NHTSA ODI report, 20250110

ENGINE 27%

27% of complaints: engine — 48 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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MY CHILDREN AND I WERE STATIONARY AT A LIGHT WHEN THE VAN STARTED SPUTTERING. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I ACCELERATED. WITHIN 5 MINUTES THE VAN CUT OFF. I HAVE A FULL TANK OF GAS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171102

The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240507

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 22%

22% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 39 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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MY CHILDREN AND I WERE STATIONARY AT A LIGHT WHEN THE VAN STARTED SPUTTERING. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I ACCELERATED. WITHIN 5 MINUTES THE VAN CUT OFF. I HAVE A FULL TANK OF GAS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171102

POWER TRAIN 10%

10% of complaints: power train — 17 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES 9%

9% of complaints: service brakes — 15 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Volkswagen Routan — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (111 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (48 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (39 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2011 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 2011 Volkswagen Routan?

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

How many recalls does the 2011 Volkswagen Routan have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.