2008 Volkswagen Eos vs 2009 Volkswagen Eos
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | 2009 Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 47 | 84 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 511 | 658 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 25 |
| Median reported mileage | 18,472 mi | 79,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Eos | Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 26 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 22 |
| Engine | 5 | 13 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 12 |
| Structure | 7 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 5 |
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.