Volkswagen Eos years to avoid
More than twice the Eos's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Volkswagen Eos years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Volkswagen Eos complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Volkswagen Eos problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags168
- Transmission102
- Engine56
- Electrical52
- Brakes34
- Body19
- Fuel system17
- Driver assistance17
- Visibility14
- Steering13
- Acceleration8
- Seat belts6
Volkswagen Eos problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 95 | 4 | Electrical | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2015 | 95 | 3 | Airbags | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2014 | 74 | 41 | Airbags | 18,000 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2013 | 80 | 26 | Airbags | 30,000 | 4 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2012 | 43 | 94 | Airbags | 59,000 | 4 | 1 | Avoid |
| 2011 | 79 | 18 | Airbags | 56,000 | 2 | 2 | Fewest complaints |
| 2010 | 56 | 69 | Airbags | 63,000 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2009 | 49 | 84 | Transmission | 70,000 | 2 | 4 | Avoid |
| 2008 | 66 | 47 | Transmission | 17,000 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2007 | 70 | 40 | Airbags | 60,000 | 0 | 4 | Fewest complaints |
Recalls 7
Volkswagen Eos warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Volkswagen Eos
What years of the Volkswagen Eos should you avoid?
2009 and 2012. Each has more than twice the Volkswagen Eos's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2012 alone has 94, mostly about airbags and engine.
What is the best year for a used Volkswagen Eos?
2011, 2013 and 2007 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (18, 26 and 40).
What is the most common problem with the Volkswagen Eos?
Airbags, with 168 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (102) and engine (56).
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Eos have?
7 recalls between 2007 and 2016. The 2013 model year has the most, with 4.
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