2008 Volkswagen Eos recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2008 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 0
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 47

Safety recalls0

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

No recall campaigns found for the 2008 Volkswagen Eos

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Owner complaints by component47

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

47Complaints filed

2Involving a crash

1Involving a fire

2Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Power train	26	55	0	0	0
Electrical system	7	15	0	0	0
Structure	7	15	1	0	0
Engine	5	11	0	0	0
Tires	3	6	0	0	0
Unknown or other	3	6	1	1	0
Fuel/propulsion system	1	2	0	0	0
Air bags	1	2	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	1	2	1	0	0
Steering	1	2	0	0	0
Visibility/wiper	1	2	0	0	1
Service brakes	1	2	0	0	0
Hydraulic	1	2	0	0	0
Visibility	1	2	0	0	0
Seats	1	2	0	0	0

3 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Tires
“The contact owns a 2008 Volkswagen EOS equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Assurance A/S, Tire Size: 215-55/R16, DOT Number: (NA).”
Filed 11/14/2025 · ODI 11699382
Power train
“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.”
Filed 09/12/2021 · ODI 11432683
Electrical system
“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen eos. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed a quart of oil every month. The contact also stated after changing the battery, the ecm had to be re-flashed.”
Filed 07/21/2020 · ODI 11340720

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2008 Volkswagen Eos recall questions

How many recalls does the 2008 Volkswagen Eos have?

NHTSA has no safety recall campaigns on file for the 2008 Volkswagen Eos. Check a specific car by VIN anyway: a recall can be added at any time.

What is the most common complaint about the 2008 Volkswagen Eos?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 26 complaints out of 47 filed with NHTSA (55%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2008 Volkswagen Eos?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volkswagen recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Volkswagen dealer.

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