general problems of the 2010 Volkswagen Routan

23 problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2010 Volkswagen Routan based on all problems reported for the 2010 Routan.

1 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 02/10/2024

Battery failure due to parasitic draw from ignition iod fuse ( j13fuse) reads 0. 9 draw and m11 fuse ( hvac system) reads 0. 6 draw. First occurrence 2/10/24 and second occurrence 2/11/24. Informed auto repair shop on 2/12/24 and goes in for diagnostic 2/15/24. Abs control module failure( intermittent ) egr valve replacement (8/9/24 due to overheating but no warning lights due to overheating was displayed which is strange) speed control sensor was replaced as well 8/9/24 but still has problems getting stuck or not reading the right speed . Consumes fuel faster than normal as well . Getting about 9 miles to the gallon.

2 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 03/04/2022

This has happened multiple times. The ignition will cut off which make the car engine quit running. Loss of braking, steering, power has left me in the middle of intersections being nearly avoided being ran into. When this happens all the warning lights come on and the engine turns off. The exact problem vw recall number 28h1 is affecting my vehicle.

3 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 09/11/2020

I was driving home from work approx. 30-35 miles per hour and my van died. I lost power steering and brakes. Luckily I wasn't seriously injured. There was no warning. No service engine light. Within a span of less than 2 years ive already replaced the fuel pump, the battery, and the alternator is still new and under warranty. The ignition/power windows fuse constantly needs adjusting so I can roll my window up or down. All the dash lights come on randomly as well. Sometimes the windshield wipers would come on. Never had a vehicle die on me while driving due to manufacturers issues. After reading other consumer complaints about the same issues im very confident its the tipm. Some complain that this costs people $1 000s on a chance that you can get a couple more years out of it. The van wants to turn over and continues cranking when key fob is in ignition but doesn't turn over. I cannot get it to start at all.

4 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 05/13/2019

Reported issue to vw recall group via telephone 5/13/2019. This is very similar to a recall that took place for vw Routan 2009-2010 that were created between the dates of October 2019 to June 2010. Our vehicle was created in August of 2010, and I suspect the same parts were still used. Two issues have occurred with 2010 vw Routan sel minivan 4. 0l issues started occurring after replacing a lost key fob. Key fob was ordered through local vw dealer (bob king vw) and replaced. First issue: car would not start. Put key into ignition switch, turn key, the ignition switch clicks but the car would not start. In order to start car, wait and repeat steps until car actually starts. Second issue: (highly dangerous) intermittent shut off while driving causing power steering to turn off as well as brakes. Very dangerous combination due to the fact that turning becomes very difficult as well as braking. In order to brake you have to apply great force to break since there is no power to the car. This issue has been encountered over the past two months at least four (4) times while the primary driver has been driving the vehicle. The first three times the vehicle was in motion in a residential area. The last time this issue occurred 5/13/2019 the vehicle was in motion on a major road way near an intersection. Evasive maneuvers were taken to get vehicle off of road and into a nearby parking lot off the street.

5 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 03/29/2019

Van cuts off while driving. Inability to steer, limited braking. Car goes completely dead but still start back once I have completely stopped. This is very hazardous especially when your driving over 45 with a lot of traffic following behind you.

6 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 11/09/2018

My van shut down while driving for the fourth time. I was slowing down to a stop at a light and the engine lost power and I lost power steering and brakes. This has been happening much more frequently now than before (with 3 times in the last month). My van is not included in win module recall as the VIN is a couple of digits off. This is very frustrating and scary.

7 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 11/08/2018

When driving down the road going about 30mph my car suddenly shut off. No indicator lights came on and my power steering was gone as well as my ability to brake well. Looking online their was a recall on my model year and make of van for the same problems with the ignition switch but my VIN number did not pull up a recall. I contacted vw and they also stated my car was not part of that recall. Thankfully I was able to pull to side of the road safely.

8 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 11/02/2018

My van shut down while driving again. I was slowing down to make a turn and the engine lost power and I lost power steering and brakes.

9 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 10/14/2018

My van shut down while driving again. I was slowing down to a stop at a light and the engine lost power and I lost power steering and brakes.

10 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 10/14/2018

My van has shut off twice now while driving. Both events have occurred while turning right, at a slow speed on city streets (one time with my children in the vehicle). I lose power steering and brakes and the engine appears to shut down (radio remains on). When I first tried to restart it, it wouldn't and then the second attempt sounded unusual but it did start. The traction control light lit up on the dashboard as well. Both times were in good driving conditions. After the first time, due to my research on the issue, I only use the fob with nothing else hanging from it. In addition, I also have the issue of the vehicle randomly not starting. I usually get it to start by fiddling with the shifter. Of course, my van is not included in the ignition module recall, which is completely absurd as it is clearly happening to a lot of us. I love everything about this van except for these two major issues.

11 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/28/2016

I am writing to address a safety issue I have with my vehicle, a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. My husband and I purchased this car last year and shortly after its purchase started to experience electrical issues with the vehicle. These issues included warning lights on the dash illuminating, power failures of the dash board gauges (specifically the speed gauge) and radio, and most alarmingly the car would completely stall and lose power. This issue of losing power to the entire car has happened both while the car is in motion and while it has been stopped at traffic lights, as well as at high and low speeds. We took the car to a local vw dealership hoping they might be able to diagnose the issue and fix it. After nearly 3 weeks of having different parts replaced, being told the issue was solved it was not. When driving the vehicle with only the key in the ignition it performs better, although still dies occasionally, but with anything on the keyring it will die almost instantly. It wasn¿t until after removing our car from this dealership that we learned about a recall on the vw Routans that seemed very similar to the issues we were experiencing. Upon research we discovered that our vehicle was produced within the same month of the recalled vehicles but apparently not before the ending date of that recall. So other vw dealerships would be happy to replace the malfunctioning part but at an out of pocket cost for us, which we simply cannot afford, especially after the bill we are still working to pay for other unnecessary work. As a consumer it is very frustrating to have a vehicle that is clearly demonstrating the same issues as previously recalled vehicles but does not fall under that recall. We have reduced to only driving this vehicle as necessary and no longer use it to transport our two young children as we fear greatly for their safety.

12 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 07/05/2016

Car flashes abs esp skid control monitor, shuts car off while driving. Goes back off, does it again. Locks the car, won't start, then starts a bit later. Cooling system , heater hose issues, brake issues, cruise control shuts off randomly. Could kill someone. Internet search esp Volkswagenddefect. Comvolkswagen_routan_problems. Htm all exactly what I have experienced since purchasing this vehicle a year ago. Afraid to drive it.

13 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 01/04/2016

My vehicle is experiencing the same problem as other vehicles of the same year that received a recall. The car just shuts off, loses power and all steering, braking and so on. It makes the vehicle very dangerous. The other vehicles in this year all had bad ignition switches but vw refuses to include my vehicle and others like it of the same model year that have the exact same problem. I believe that they need to expand this recall to include more vehicles of the 2010 model. The vehicle is not safe to drive and is scary when it just cuts out on you when you are driving 30-40 mph plus.

14 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 07/29/2015

My Mini-van shut off/ stalled while I was driving on the road. Every time it stalled I was driving slowly through construction zone or in front of a light where I had to pressed the brake to stop the car for over 30 seconds. I send it to vw service for repair but no problem was found. I am too scared to drive the car because I never know when its the next time it will stall again while I am driving on the road.

15 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 07/03/2014

The vehicle's rear brakes are prematurely wearing uneven in the rear of the vehicle, causing safety concerns for my family. When I went to look up brake replacement online one of the reviews said that a clip was left off during the manufacturing process during the merging between Chrysler and Volkswagen.

16 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 06/25/2014

Volkswagon Routan 2010: the steering wheel shakes violently upon breaking a regular speeds, especially going downhill. Front rotors were replaced at 22,000, 35,000, and now 54,000 miles.

17 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 01/06/2014

When I brake the streering wheel shakes from other consumer complaints it is a brake issue as it only happens when I brake. There needs to be a recall! the car is still under warranty when it started happening!.

18 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 06/07/2013

2010 Volkswagen routon with 17,000 miles began shaking and shuddering every time I braked, even at slow speeds. This car is used for minimal driving. I brought my car in and was told I need new rotors and that my rotors were warped. I am still driving the car and the brakes still shudder and shake. . I spoke to a mechanic that doesnt work for Volkswagen but on german cars and he said he owned a routon and it is a common problem with their rotors. I read several complaints and reviews online with the same issue too. I dont think its safe to have car manufacturers make brake systems so poorly as I may be able to afford a repair, many else wont as the repair is costly and not what a person would expect from a car with little mileage. I just wanted to bring it to your attention in case others have reported the problem.

19 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 04/11/2013

2010 Routan with 26k miles pulls to the right and most likely has done so since I bought it since the tires need replacing. The brakes have been replaced at 18k and now need to be done again. Vw denies there is an issue with vehicles pulling to the right. Opened case 130240300 with vw. They refuse to cover the cost to diagnose the cause of the pulling and tire wear. Recall needs to be issued I have seen numerous postings with the same issue online.

20 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 06/07/2012

Bought the van in February 2012 since then it has been in the shop 11 times for transmission,rotors,and my passenger sliding doors they open automatically. Now its leaking antifreeze and we bought extended warranty and this part the plastic y part that contexts two hoses they say isn't covered and wants us to pay 450$ to do it. . The van has 38,035 miles we bought it with 18,563 miles how can this vehicle have this many problems? my power doors I believe if they open when your pumping gas isn't right.

21 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2011

The rear rotors are found to be out of specification from the factory. The vehicle vibrates severely when braking from speeds in excess of 50 mph. I first complained about the problem to the dealership the vehicle was at approximately 3,500 miles and was told that it was a tire pressure problem and that the rotors were fine. I complained again at approximately 9,000 miles and was told the same thing. Finally at 12,606 miles I returned to the dealership and requested that they test the vehicle at 50 mph, as on previous occasions they had driven it in the parking lot and the problem does not manifest at speeds below 40 mph. The dealership finally admitted that there was a problem with the rear rotors in that the were out of specification, I. E. The wrong ones had been installed at the factory. My concern is that an accident could have occurred due to the incorrect rotors and I now wonder how many other Routan vans left the factory with the same problem. If the dealership and done a proper job when I first complained about the problem I would not be concerned at the moment. Vw could have faced a severe liability lawsuit if I had been involved in a crash because of the out of specification rotors.

22 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 05/25/2011

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. The transmission would cause the vehicle to lunge abruptly when the gear was shifted from reverse to drive. Additionally, the fog light assembly became overheated and burned several times. The plastic on the front passenger side door became fractured and caused the contact to sustain lacerations to the right hand and fingers. The vehicle was taken the to the dealer where all defective parts were replaced however, the contact was concerned that the failures would likely recur. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 11,418 and the current mileage was 14,470.

23 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 02/22/2010

2010 Routan with less than 10k miles on it. While driving on a city street the vehicle shut off leaving us with no power brakes, no power steering and very little control of the car. My husband was able to pull over and wait for the car to stop. He then put it in park and restarted it. We took it straight to the dealership service. The same thing had happened to me the day before and at least a dozen times before that. I thought it was something I was doing. Vw service can find nothing wrong with the vehicle and we have made it clear that they can keep it until they do. We do not feel safe and will not trust our lives or the lives of our child and friends in this car. I have heard many other people with this same problem. Something needs to be addressed ASAP. I have contacted vw and notified them of the problem and waiting for a call back. Also waiting for news on our vehicle. . Day 2 at the shop.


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