2009 Volkswagen Routan electrical problems

151 complaints (51% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 74,000.

owner complaints: 151
of this car's complaints: 51%
typical mileage: 74,000
crashes: 0
recalls: 3

Which part fails

Ignition
3
Wiring
1
Starter assembly
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

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150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Volkswagen Routan electrical problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Volkswagen Routan electrical

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Warning lights 7

Related recalls

Electrical system: ignition: switchReported April 1, 2015 · 20,676 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑822‑8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 28H1. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 11V151 and 14V396. Vehicles that previously received an ignition switch trim ring as a recall remedy must have their vehicles remedied again under this campaign. Vehicles that have already received a new ignition switch are not covered by this campaign.

Recall number 15V194000 · Recall details

Electrical system: ignitionReported July 1, 2014 · 18,526 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will modify the ignition switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1- 800‑822‑8987. An interim notice was mailed to owners on August 29, 2014. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 28G1/U8. Note: This campaign is an expansion of the federal safety agency Recall No. 11V‑151.

Recall number 14V396000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiringReported June 10, 2010 · 15,902 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: Volkswagen will inspect the sliding door wire track wire assembly and the sliding door power drive unit wire assembly for damage, repair/replace as necessary, tie strap the two harnesses together and route the harnesses under the sliding door weather strip. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 15, 2010. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1‑800‑822‑8987.

Recall number 10V252000 · Recall details

What 2009 Volkswagen Routan owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 26, 2026 · Electrical · CA

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Routan. The contact received notification for the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V194000 (Electrical System); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not available. The local dealer was contacted to schedule the recall repair, but the part remained unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Jun 23, 2024 · Electrical · NM

Volkswagen dealership does not want to fulfill the recall.

Filed Jul 31, 2023 · Electrical · 170,000 miles · ME

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Routan. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V194000 (Electrical System) however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch failed and needed to be replaced; however, the dealer confirmed that parts were not available for the recall repair. The vehicle had not yet been repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jun 20, 2023 · Electrical · TX

While driving the vehicle flashed several of the dashboard waring lights, starting dinging and then stopped, started flashing and dinging again then the vehicle completely turned off. I was able to pull over out of traffic but the vehicle would not restart. None of the interior lights would come one and the emergency lights would not come on. I could not unlock any of the doors. The battery has been replaced with in the last year and is working correctly.

Filed Feb 27, 2023 · Electrical · WI

the car shuts off while driving which is scary. requires restarting while in traffic. there was a recall in past and the fix clearly did not work. This incident has occurred multiple times.

Filed Jun 8, 2022 · Electrical · OH

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Routan. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V194000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect

Filed May 13, 2022 · Electrical, Seats · TX

After getting wires regrounded at the mechanic, the car continues to malfunction. The wiper blades turn on, the entire dash blinks, the seat moves back and forth, resetting repeatedly. If seat is disconnected for safety, the seatbelt does not register as secured. Eventually doors stop functioning, have completely lost lock function, tried replacing battery and sending to mechanic specialist. Still the car malfunctions at random.

Filed Dec 5, 2021 · Electrical · TX

My vehicle shows no pending recalls, but ignition switch still malfunctioning whenever it is bumped or a lanyard is on the key. Brakes malfunction, car seat moves, windshield wipers move, car seems to think it is resetting as original recall states is a problem.

Filed Apr 19, 2021 · Brakes, Electrical · 134,000 miles · PA

Thank god I was not going fast. Vehicle shut down completely while driving. Was able to put in park and was able to start it back up. Apparently, the routan is manufactured by crysler and this issue also happens with the 09 town and countries as well.

Filed Dec 15, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 104,000 miles · MD

Van has stalled while driving on multiple occasions. Power steering is lost. Vehicle will then start right back up. This is extremely dangerous for a minivan used to transport multiple children. No codes or faults are recorded.

Questions about the 2009 Volkswagen Routan electrical

Does the 2009 Volkswagen Routan have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 151 complaints about the electrical of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 51% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2009 Volkswagen Routan electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 74,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Volkswagen Routan electrical?

Yes, 3 recalls: 15V194000, 14V396000, 10V252000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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).