| Issue ID | 1296657 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10883101 |
| Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
| Model | ROUTAN |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| File date | 05/07/16 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Car flashes abs esp skid control monitor, shuts car off while driving. Goes back off, does it again. Locks the car, won't start, then starts a bit later. Cooling system , heater hose issues, brake issues, cruise control shuts off randomly. Could kill someone. Internet search esp volkswagenddefect. Comvolkswagen_routan_problems. Htm all exactly what i have experienced since purchasing this vehicle a year ago. Afraid to drive it. Updated 04/05/2017 *js |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 70500 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | CONSUMER LETTER |
| City and State | DEFIANCE, OH, OH |
| VIN pattern | 2V4RW3D14ARXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Drive train type | FWD |
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| Vehicle speed | 55 |
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