Volkswagen Routan owners have reported 10 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Door Latch problems |
The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated that the doors failed to unlock from the outside of the vehicle. The contact had to utilize the manual lock that was located inside the driver side door handle in order to unlock the doors. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. Read details...
The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. When the contact opened the rear sliding door on the driver side, the child safety latch fractured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the part was being ordered for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. Read details...