2007 Volkswagen EOS Problems
- Complaints
- 40filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles, 31 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 23 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl FWD · 20 city / 29 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2007 Volkswagen EOS (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 40 consumer complaints for the 2007 Volkswagen EOS. The part named most often is air bags, with 13 complaints (33% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (7) and body and structure (6). 31 of the complaints include a mileage, and 45% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 60,000 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 428 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 9 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 13 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags13 33%
- Body and structure6 15%
- Engine cooling5 13%
- Other or unknown4 10%
- Electrical system3 7.5%
- Engine3 7.5%
- Fuel system3 7.5%
- Seat belts3 7.5%
Also reported: Brakes (1), Steering (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Air bags: “My airbag warning light is on. I have had no accidents and airbags have never been used. Dealer says I need an airbag inflator. They cannot or will not tell me if this is a takata inflator. I need to know before I spend $849.00 to replace the inflator. I have been driving with no airbags for a year and it is dangerous. Help please!”
NHTSA complaint #10865861, filed 2016-05, 84,956 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “I was on the highway after my car had been sitting all day for work after about 20 miles of driving at about 65-70 MPH the car suddenly shifted out of gear and red lined for a few seconds until I realized I had the cruise set. Once I got that turned off the car then shifted back into first gear automatically and jerked horribly trying to slow itself down. So thankful truckers where not behind me! I shifted the car into neutral and got it to the side of the road. …”
NHTSA complaint #10825735, filed 2016-02, 96,000 milesBody and structure: “My sun roof shattered while driving on interstate. Glass broke and it sounded like an explosion and a gunshots, then I heard loud wind noise coming from sunroof. Nothing hit my car. It just exploded out of no where.”
NHTSA complaint #11051855, filed 2017-12, 133,000 milesEngine cooling: “I was driving out of my driveway, going about 10 MPH, for less than 100 yards and the red warning lights came on indicating engine failure , do not drive the vehicle ! I drove home and turned off the ignition and called vw dealer to have the vehicle towed.”
NHTSA complaint #10436195, filed 2011-11, 23,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
45% of the 31 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 31,000 and 96,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2007 Volkswagen EOS version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eos FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,400 |
| Eos FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Eos FWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,750 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2007 Volkswagen EOS in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 428 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038143Sep 9, 2026Other or unknown. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- 10241177Aug 21, 2023Engine cooling. Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- 10237427May 30, 2023Engine cooling. Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- 10235138Apr 24, 2023Engine cooling. Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- 10228180Dec 12, 2022Equipment. Update model year applicability to include 2023.
- 10228177Dec 12, 2022Engine cooling. Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
- 10228178Dec 6, 2022Electrical system. Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
- 10226547Nov 16, 2022Forward collision avoidance. ACC Calibration Process
- 10226224Nov 1, 2022Engine cooling. Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
- 10220338Sep 7, 2022Equipment. Update warranty table labor operation numbers due to recent Saga updates.
Other model years of the Volkswagen EOS
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 40 | 17,000 | 3 | — | 25 | 61 · Typical | Falling |
| 2013 | 26 | 29,750 | 4 | — | 25 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 94 | 57,000 | 4 | — | 25 | 49 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 18 | 50,500 | 2 | — | 25 | — | Stable |
| 2010 | 69 | 63,000 | 2 | — | 25 | 28 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 84 | 70,000 | 2 | — | 25 | 70 · More | Falling |
| 2008 | 47 | 16,000 | 0 | — | 24 | 51 · Typical | Falling |
| 2007 | 40 | 60,000 | 0 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Volkswagen EOS model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2007 Volkswagen EOS have?
NHTSA recorded 40 consumer complaints for the 2007 Volkswagen EOS as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2007 Volkswagen EOS is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 13 complaints (33% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 7.
Has the 2007 Volkswagen EOS been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2007 Volkswagen EOS get?
The EPA rates the 2007 Volkswagen EOS (Eos, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 20 city and 29 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2007 Volkswagen EOS reported?
Among the 31 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 60,000 miles and the middle half falls between 31,000 and 96,000 miles; 45% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.