2010 Volkswagen Routan Wheels Problems

“Our van was in motion on the highway after an almost 2 hour drive on the highway. Loud noise, screeching, shake/vibration and a large bang and the van dropped. Upon stopping and inspecting we found the right front and left rear bolts had completely sheered completely off both wheels while driving on the highway. We were able to coast to side of road and and the wheel hubs were resting on the inside of the rim. The wheel hubs have destroyed the inside of the rims, the heat created from the grinding has melted the vw emblem on the rim. …”

“Front driver side tire rapidly deflated causing the vehicle to pull right into on coming traffic. The near miss could have been fatal. Upon investigation it was determined that the cause was corrosion of the TPMS valve. I did a quick internet investigation and learned that the corrosion and resulting tire failure are common incidents. Why haven't these faulty TPMS valves been recalled? This issue will surely result in deaths which I believe is the opposite of what these TPMS sensors are for.”

“While driving at a speed of 50 MPH on a rural road, the front driver-side tire instantly deflated. Fortunately, the vehicle was safely pulled over away from traffic. Upon examination it was found that the valve stem had broken off, and the tire had deflated as a result. The rest of the tire was in good condition. In this type of vehicle, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is part of the valve stem, and that is what had broken off. A second similar incident happened approximately 6 months later with the rear driver-side tire of the vehicle, while traveling at 55 MPH.”

“The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated that while performing a routine inspection, he noticed that the valve stem was corroded. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and the contact was advised that the stem would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 33,000.”

“The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the tire pressure warning light illuminated as the front passenger's side tire deflated. The contact had a roadside assistance service change the tire and install the spare. The tire was taken to the dealer, who stated that the valve stem on the tire was corroded. The wheel was repaired but the failure recurred on the rear driver's side wheel. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000.”