2008 Volkswagen EOSProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 47 owner complaints about the 2008 Volkswagen EOS, most often about the power train. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 14, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Where the 2008 Volkswagen EOS has problems
47 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 26 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 7 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| 7 other systems | 7 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2008 Volkswagen EOS recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
When do power train problems start?
9kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 24 power train complaints. 96% were reported before 100,000 miles.
2008 vs. every other EOS year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the EOS median. How we score
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- Caution
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- Not rated
2008 Volkswagen EOS safety ratings
2008 Volkswagen Eos Convertible w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2008 Volkswagen EOS, and the recalls they led to.
- VEHICLE STALL/LOSS MOTIVE POWERLed to recall 09V-333
What EOS owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
While in drive, the car jumps out of gear and PRNDS lights are illuminated. The car is no longer able to put back in gear and is idle.
CAR WAS IN MORNING TRAFFIC AND FAILED DUE TO TIMING BELT FAILURE AT 85000 MILES. CAR WAS MAINTAINED BY DEALERSHIP AT RECOMMENDED INTERVALS. THE MANUALS AND DEALER RECOMMENDED BELT REPLACEMENT AT 110000 MILES. FORTUNATELY MY WIFE WAS NOT INJURED OR KILLED IN WHAT COULD HAVE LED TO A SERIOUS…
EVEN THOUGH THE CAR IS IN DRIVE IT WILL GO DOWN I FEEL BACKWARDS THIS IS GOING TO CAUSE ACCIDENTS. THE ELECTRIC WINDOWS GO UP AND DOWN CONTINUOUSLY YES, THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE BUT THEY REFUSED TO FIX THIS THE DISTRACTION IS GOING TO CAUSE PEOPLE ACCIDENTS. THIS MAKES TEXTING WHILE DRIVING SEEM LIKE…
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