2009 Volkswagen Routan vs 2011 Volkswagen Routan
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | 2011 Volkswagen Routan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 293 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 356 | 453 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,000 mi | 69,448 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Routan | Volkswagen Routan |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 150 | 111 |
| Engine | 78 | 48 |
| Service Brakes | 38 | 15 |
| Steering | 34 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 39 |
| Power Train | 20 | 19 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 12 | 12 |
| Structure | 18 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 64 | 43 |
| Won’t start | 21 | 27 |
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 14 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 13 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 8 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
2009 Volkswagen Routan
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.