The 2009 Volkswagen Eos has 84 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and service brakes. Owners most often flag water leakage into cabin (footwells): attributed to faulty roof seal design in early models and/or dried, unmaintained seals. can lead to electrical corrosion and mold. frequency: very frequent.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2009 Volkswagen Eos vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 4 Eos model years we track, complaint volume runs from 40 (2007) to 84 (2009). With 84 complaints, the 2009 Eos sits abovethe model's median of 69.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
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power train:automatic transmission
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Mixed sentiment with a strong emphasis on condition and maintenance. Long-term owners express significant affection for the vehicle's design, driving experience, and unique combination of a convertible hardtop with a sunroof.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Eos. See the full Eos owner picture and every model year.
Used Eos listings typically run $7,995–$12,165 across 2008 to 2016 model years.
Compare every Eos year side by side to see how 2009 ranks against the rest.