Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen routan. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the engine warning light illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,000.
The worst 2008 Volkswagen Routan problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Electrical1
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Volkswagen Routan 114
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
- Warranty Extension for Intake Manifold & Fuel Injectors Certain 2008-2011
- Engine oil quality standards
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
- Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
- Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
- Battery Testing and Charging instruction
- Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses
What 2008 Volkswagen Routan owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen routan. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the TPMS sleeves were corroded. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the failure was confirmed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage and VIN was unavailable.
I have the car seat graco my ride 65. I have had it now for 4 years. I was planning on using it again for my second daughter. After the end of the 2nd year, the straps that you pull began to fray. The latching system on the seat has been locking or getting stuck in the upright position making it hard for me to release my daughter from the straps. I am also having a hard time tightening her sufficiently enough because the latch gets stuck. The straps are also constantly getting tangled and twisted. I called graco and they said there was nothing they could do but send me a 40 dollar rebate when I buy another one of their seats. There is no parts that they can help me with replacing anything. I am very disgusted. I now had to purchase another graco high back booster for my 5 year old and now I have to purchase another seat for my baby. I wasn't planning on buying another seat for my baby. I wanted to use the my ride for my 2nd daughter. I am very upset.
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Questions about the 2008 Volkswagen Routan
Is the 2008 Volkswagen Routan reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2008 Volkswagen Routan, fewer than a typical Routan model year.
What is the 2008 Volkswagen Routan year score?
The 2008 Volkswagen Routan scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Volkswagen Routan: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Volkswagen Routan?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is wheels (1).
How many recalls does the 2008 Volkswagen Routan have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Volkswagen Routan have the most electrical problems?
The Volkswagen Routan model years with the most electrical complaints are 2009 (151 complaints), 2010 (150 complaints) and 2011 (111 complaints).
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