How many electrical complaints does the 2010 VW Routan have?

NHTSA lists 151 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Routan, which is 63% of all 240 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 VW Routan electrical system?

Yes. NHTSA lists two Electrical System recalls: campaign 15V194000 covering ignition switch and key fob replacement, and campaign 11V151000 covering WIN module replacement due to ignition key displacement while driving.

At what mileage do electrical problems show up on the 2010 Routan?

The median mileage at failure among reported cases is 79,650 miles, though some owners in the sample complaints reported issues at much lower mileage.

Did the 2010 Routan electrical issues cause crashes or fires?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area shows 2 crashes, 3 fires, and 8 injuries reported for the 2010 Routan.

2010 Volkswagen Routan Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 151 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 63% of all 240 complaints for the year, with two recalls tied to ignition switches and the WIN module. Median mileage at failure was 79,650.

Electrical System complaints: 151; 63% of 240
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 8
Median mileage: 79,650 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report the ignition randomly clicking off or the key shifting from run to accessory while driving, cutting engine power at highway speeds.
Several drivers describe the engine stalling suddenly at speeds between 20 and 60 mph, sometimes locking the steering wheel and requiring a restart.
Some owners say dealers replaced the ignition switch, key fob, or WIN module under recall, but stalling continued afterward.
A few complaints describe fires, including one where a parked vehicle caught fire on its own, and another where a burning odor came from a door after the power window switch got wet.
One owner reported sliding door electrical issues along with unrelated transmission shifting problems on the same vehicle.

When 2010 Volkswagen Routan electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 22, 2010, latest Jan 20, 2026.

151 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2010 Q4 to 2026 Q1; peak 2015 Q3 (7).

Electrical System recalls for the 2010 Volkswagen Routan

NHTSA 15V194000Apr 1, 2015Electrical System20,676 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition:switch
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.
NHTSA 11V151000Mar 1, 2011Electrical System12,612 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2010 routan vehicles manufactured from october 2009 through june 2010. Some vehicles may experience inadvertent ignition key displacement from the run to accessory position while driving causing the engine to shut off.
Risk: An engine shutting off suddenly while driving could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the win module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during june 2011. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Electrical System complaints by Routan model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010151 (63%)
2011111 (63%)
201241 (65%)
20132 (29%)
20141 (50%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2010 VW Routan have?: NHTSA lists 151 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Routan, which is 63% of all 240 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 VW Routan electrical system?: Yes. NHTSA lists two Electrical System recalls: campaign 15V194000 covering ignition switch and key fob replacement, and campaign 11V151000 covering WIN module replacement due to ignition key displacement while driving.
At what mileage do electrical problems show up on the 2010 Routan?: The median mileage at failure among reported cases is 79,650 miles, though some owners in the sample complaints reported issues at much lower mileage.
Did the 2010 Routan electrical issues cause crashes or fires?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area shows 2 crashes, 3 fires, and 8 injuries reported for the 2010 Routan.