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2010 Volkswagen

Routan

Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L

Volkswagen Routan: best and worst years
2010 Volkswagen Routan (photo 1 of 3)

Closest available photo (2009 model year); you're viewing the 2010.

2009 photoIFCARPublic domainWikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Minivan - 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic 6-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
6EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
17 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
20 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,100EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
202 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
77 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
69 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
121 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
4,621 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
2
Owner complaints
240
Reported injuries
12

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM42%
  • ENGINE13%
  • SERVICE BRAKES6%
  • STEERING6%
  • POWER TRAIN6%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 358 total.

Volkswagen Routan: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

318 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Mar 27, 2026ENGINEVOS-26-21

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial operation, software configuration, SVM updates for any control module(s) etc.

  • Mar 6, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMVOS-26-15

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct multiple test plans: All basic settings test for the following components - Fill and bleed cooling system issue, N493, J338, Camshaft, V465 etc. Use this test for all the basic setting. You will need to select the component you need to run the basic settings. But there are also stand-alone tests for each of those components.

  • Jan 6, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMVOS-26-01

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct a test that is not reading any information from the battery data module (BDM) and will output:

  • Nov 18, 2025SUSPENSIONV4016012043146_4

    What is and what is not a leaking suspension strut.

  • Jul 22, 2025ENGINEV0017132033846_24

    Fuel Additive

  • Jul 14, 2025SUSPENSIONV4616012043146_3

    How to identify and when to replace a leaking strut

  • Feb 12, 2025ENGINEV1917012022548_14

    Identifying and Mixing Engine Coolant

  • Oct 7, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERCampTip_RNA_VW

    Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available

  • and 310 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
Maintenance
2 yr / 20k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.