2011 Volkswagen Eos: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2011 Volkswagen Eos: 2 recalls, 18 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #15V483000 · 2015 · 415,825 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen cc, and passat, 2010-2013 eos, 2011-2014 golf, gti, jetta, and tiguan, and 2012-2014 jetta sportwagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, debris May contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag powered while the steering wheel is being turned. This contamination May tear the…
Why it matters: A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off. If the airbag light is on and the steering wheel clock spring requires replacement, dealers will install a new steering wheel clock spring. These repairs will…
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V148000 · 2018 · 363,713 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen cc, 2010-2014 golf, 2010-2014 eos, 2007-2010 passat sedan and wagon, and 2012-2014 passat vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure May cause the inflator to explode.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (10): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2011 Volkswagen Eos has 18 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 10 Eos model years for complaints (well below the 42 average). Complaints peaked in 2016 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 50,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2010 (69 complaints, 2 recalls), 2012 (94 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 25 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2011 Volkswagen Eos have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2011 Volkswagen Eos. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2011 Volkswagen Eos problems?
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (10), transmission & drivetrain (2), electrical (2).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Volkswagen Eos get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 6-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2011 Volkswagen Eos repair manual?
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