Model year guide

2010 Volkswagen Eos

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Volkswagen Eos is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

2010 Volkswagen Eos — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Volkswagen Eos at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints69
Combined25 mpg
Typical price$11,095

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2010 Volkswagen Eos recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V148000 · 06/03/2018

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q9. Note: This …

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #15V483000 · 04/08/2015

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag powered while the steering wheel is being turned. This contamination may tear th…

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off. If the airbag light is on and the steering wheel clock spring requires replacement, dealers will install a new steering wheel clock spring. These repairs wi…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Volkswagen Eos common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 69 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Air
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2010 Volkswagen Eos MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,050

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Volkswagen Eos worth?

Low
$7,000
Typical price
$11,095
High
$15,600

From 10 comparable 2010 Volkswagen Eos listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Volkswagen Eos costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$7,200
Total$22,450
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($11,095) with the same model 3 model-years older ($6,770), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Volkswagen Eos trims & engines on record

Trims
Komfort
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 200 hp

2010 Volkswagen Eos vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen Eos model years

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2010 Volkswagen Eos — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Volkswagen Eos have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2010 Volkswagen Eos. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Volkswagen Eos?

Based on 69 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, service brakes, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Volkswagen Eos get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Volkswagen Eos at about 25 mpg combined (22 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2010 Volkswagen Eos worth?

Comparable 2010 Volkswagen Eos listings run roughly $7,000–$15,600, typically around $11,095 (from 10 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.