2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN Safety Overview
The 2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
- Electrical system:ignition:switch
- Electrical system:ignition
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Additionally, the air bags may inadvertently deploy, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V083000: If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
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.
NHTSA Recall 15V194000: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system.
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.
NHTSA Recall 14V396000: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Freedom Motors Inc., (Freedom Motors) of Savaria Vehicle Group (formerly The Liberty Motor Compan...
Failure of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V055000: Failure of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 ROUTAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2008 THROU...
THIS COULD RESULT IN AN OVERHEATED LATCH AND A FIRE WITHIN THE REAR SLIDING DOOR COULD OCCUR.
NHTSA Recall 10V252000: THIS COULD RESULT IN AN OVERHEATED LATCH AND A FIRE WITHIN THE REAR SLIDING... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.