2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
62
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
18
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS
The 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS has received a total of 62 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 18 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Trainautomatic Transmission (17 complaints), Power Train (9 complaints), and Electrical System (7 complaints).
Recalls for the 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS
62 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingengine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlock | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodyroof And Pillars | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodytrunk Lid | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2008 Volkswagen EOS equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Assurance A/S, Tire Size: 215-55/R16, DOT Number: (NA). While the contact’s son was driving approximately 60 MPH, there was an abnormal thumping sound coming from underneath the vehicle. After pulling over and inspecting the vehicle, the driver noticed a blowout of the front passenger’s side tire. The tire was replaced with the spare tire. The vehicle was taken back to the tire shop where the tire had been purchased approximately one year prior; however, there was no replacement provided free of charge because there was no recall or warranty coverage on the tire. The tire was not replaced. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The vehicle failure mileage was 72,245. The tire failure mileage was approximately 7,423
While in drive, the car jumps out of gear and PRNDS lights are illuminated. The car is no longer able to put back in gear and is idle.
While in drive, the car jumps out of gear and PRNDS lights are illuminated. The car is no longer able to put back in gear and is idle.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CONSUMED A QUART OF OIL EVERY MONTH. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED AFTER CHANGING THE BATTERY, THE ECM HAD TO BE RE-FLASHED. THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR DOOR WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CONSUMED A QUART OF OIL EVERY MONTH. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED AFTER CHANGING THE BATTERY, THE ECM HAD TO BE RE-FLASHED. THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR DOOR WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
Safety Rating for the 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 18 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
0811EosServXprs — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Added: Torque Spec table
TT 64-19-02 — STRUCTURE:BODY
Adaptation procedure to address multiple body issues
TT 61 12 04 REV2 — STRUCTURE
Convertible top switch circuit diagnosis, metadata update.
V871809-2005566 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
To include an additional model year applicability.
TT 370903 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability and existing tip for transmission basic settings direction.
V241707 2047363 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Metadata adjustment. TB appeared with tech tips in Elsa.
TT 61-08-07 — STRUCTURE
Tech Tips: Roof Pillar Flap Components issues
TT-60-07-01 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
VOLKSWAGEN: SOME VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING A WATER LEAKAGE FROM A PILLAR AREA TRIM NEAR SUNROOF DRAIN HOSES OR EITHER SIDE AND/OR DOME LAMP AREA. MODEL 2007-13 EOS. *PE
911313 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Antenna Diagnosis Overview
911309 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Satellite Radio Overview
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLKSWAGEN EOS
- 2005 VOLKSWAGEN EOS — 0 complaints
- 2006 VOLKSWAGEN EOS — 0 complaints
- 2007 VOLKSWAGEN EOS — 54 complaints
- 2008 VOLKSWAGEN EOS (current)
- 2009 VOLKSWAGEN EOS — 117 complaints
- 2010 VOLKSWAGEN EOS — 84 complaints
- 2011 VOLKSWAGEN EOS — 21 complaints
- 2012 VOLKSWAGEN EOS — 111 complaints
- 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS — 32 complaints
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