Volkswagen Routan owners have reported 7 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire pressure monitoring system (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire valve (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System problems | |
| Tire Valve problems |
Front driver side tire rapidly deflated causing the vehicle to pull right into on coming traffic. The near miss could have been fatal. Upon investigation it was determined that the cause was corrosion of the tpms valve. Read details...
2009 Volkswagen Routan. Consumer writes in regards to replacements of tire valve stems. The consumer stated within the last ten months, she had to replace the valve stems and tire sensors three times due to disintegration of the valve stems, twice on the right front tire. Read details...