2015 Volkswagen Eos: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Volkswagen Eos: 2 recalls, 3 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.
Other / unknown Vehicle recall #18V329000 · 2018 · 252 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 eos, 2012 passat, 2012-2016 cc, 2015-2016 e-golf, 2011-2015 touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 tiguan, and 2011-2016 golf and 2011-2013 gti vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period May cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Why it matters: If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V014000 · 2019 · 119,394 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 passat, 2015-2016 eos, 2015-2017 cc, 2016-2017 tt roadster, tt coupe, 2017 Audi r8 coupe, and r8 spyder 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 4, 2019. Volkswagen
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2015 Volkswagen Eos has 3 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 10 Eos model years for complaints (well below the 42 average). Neighboring years: 2014 (40 complaints, 3 recalls), 2016 (4 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Volkswagen Eos have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2015 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 2015 Volkswagen Eos problems?
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (2), electrical (2), brakes (1).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Volkswagen Eos get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (AM-S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Volkswagen Eos repair manual?
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