2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN Complaints and Recall Information
The 2009 Volkswagen Routan has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical system defects, suspension concerns, ignition switch problems, and airbag system malfunctions as indicated by the recalls issued.
Six recalls affect various systems including electrical wiring, rear suspension axles, ignition switches, and air bag control units. These recalls address safety risks like fire hazards, axle failure, engine shutdowns that deactivate safety features, and airbag deployment failures.
Recalls- Electrical wiring harness. Recall 10V252000 affects 15,902 vehicles. The wiring harness near the lower sliding door hinge bracket can wear through, risking an overheated latch and potential fire. Volkswagen will inspect and repair or replace damaged wires free of charge.
- Rear axle cracking. Recall 14V055000 covers 130 wheelchair accessible vehicles. The rear axle may develop cracks leading to failure which increases crash risk. Freedom Motors will replace affected axles at no charge.
- Ignition switch defect. Recall 14V396000 involves 18,526 vehicles. Road vibrations may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, shutting off the engine and safety systems like airbags, power steering, and brakes. Owners were advised to remove items from the key ring until repairs are done. Volkswagen will modify the ignition switch free of charge.
- Ignition switch replacement. Recall 15V194000 includes 20,676 vehicles. Similar to the earlier recall, the ignition switch may turn off unexpectedly, depowering safety systems. Volkswagen will replace the ignition switch and key fobs at no cost. This supersedes previous ignition switch recalls.
- Air bag control unit corrosion. Recall 16V083000 affects 1,037 vehicles. Corrosion can cause failure or inadvertent deployment of air bags, increasing risks of injury and crashes. Volkswagen will replace the control units free of charge.
- Air bag control module failure. This is part of recall 16V083000 for the same batch of vehicles and defects with air bag system functionality addressed by replacing the control units at no cost.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues involving critical safety systems may have rights under state lemon laws. Consultation with a qualified attorney can provide guidance on potential remedies.
2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN Summary
2009
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
56271
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN
1037 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain model year 2009 Volkswagen Routan vehicles manufactured February 7, 2008, to August 28, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.
Risk: If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Additionally, the air bags may inadvertently deploy, increasing the risk of a crash.
2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN
20676 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009 Routan vehicles manufactured June 25, 2008, to July 8, 2009, and 2010 Routan vehicles manufactured October 1, 2009, to August 11, 2010. This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Risk: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including, but not limited to, air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN
18526 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009 Routan vehicles. Road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Risk: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN
130 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Freedom Motors Inc., (Freedom Motors) of Savaria Vehicle Group (formerly The Liberty Motor Company) is recalling one model year 2009 Volkswagen Routan and certain model year 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country wheelchair accessible vehicles modified by The Liberty Motor Company from February 2008 through January 2011. Over time and with use, the vehicle's rear axle may develop cracks which could lead to axle failure.
Risk: Failure of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN
15902 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 ROUTAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2008 THROUGH JULY 2009. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPER ROUTED WIRE HARNESS THAT MAY HAVE A CONDITION WHERE THE LOWER SLIDING DOOR HINGE BRACKET CAN MAKE CONTACT AND WEAR THROUGH THE WIRE INSULATION. CONTACT WITH A 12V POWER FEED CIRCUIT WITHIN THE HARNESS MAY CAUSE A HIGH RESISTIVE SHORT CIRCUIT WITHIN THE LATCH MECHANISM LOCATED INSIDE OF THE SLIDING DOOR.
Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN AN OVERHEATED LATCH AND A FIRE WITHIN THE REAR SLIDING DOOR COULD OCCUR.
Complaints
No complaints found.