2001 Volkswagen Eurovan Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 14%of 21 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 47,386miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the electrical system of the 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan, 14% of the 21 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 47,386 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“We are deeply disappointed in vws practice regarding the recall of ignition coil failures on the 2001 vw Eurovan. It belies their policy as stated on the internet that they notify owners of the problem, have sufficient parts in dealerships, and offer alternative transportation at no cost. Indeed owners should be alerted of potential failures and vw should have plenty of parts on hand to fix the problem. To date we have not received any notification from vw of america. We discovered the problem when the engine malfunction indicator lit up. …”
NHTSA complaint #10050779, filed 2003-12, 36,273 miles“Vehicle experienced electrical wiring problems in front windows on both sides. When pressing the button down to lower the window smoke came out of the door. Consumer took vehicle to a local repair shop, and replaced the wiring which controlled both front windows. Also, the wiring burned down to the control panel. .....consumer paid $491,98 for repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #10106858, filed 2005-01, 58,500 miles“Dt: contact states vehicle will not start. However, after wriggling the ignition switch the vehicle will start. The service dealer stated it would be an expensive repair, the wriggling of the ignition mightl resolve the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10126268, filed 2005-06Related service bulletins
- 10228178Dec 6, 2022Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
- 10159014Mar 22, 2019Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
- 10158529Feb 19, 2019Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
- 10144652Jun 6, 2018This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.
- 10133469Nov 10, 2017Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
- 10122956May 8, 2015Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open…
- 10121265Mar 12, 2015Technical Bulletin: Battery, Discharged, Diagnosis for Excessive Static Current Draw
- 10121196Feb 16, 2015Technical Bulletin: Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000VAS Charger
- 10242996Dec 8, 2014VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10238935Nov 27, 2014When performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically turned off. A hard wired internet connection is also recommended.
Electrical system: other model years
Other parts of the 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan
7 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsTires
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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