Sell your 2009 Volkswagen Eos for cash

The 2009 Volkswagen Eos is a small car that came with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine. At 17 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2009 Volkswagen Eos at a glance

Body styleSubcompact Cars
Engines2.0L 4-cyl (turbocharged versions available)
TransmissionsManual 6-spd, Automatic (S6)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
Fuel economy21–22 city / 29–31 highway / 25 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,300 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂355 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations
Age17 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 17 years old, most of a 2009 Eos's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a small car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 Eos. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the power train, typically around 84,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2009 Volkswagen Eos recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2009 Volkswagen Eos. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Electronic Stability Control (Esc)Dec 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V913000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 Sedan, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Audi A3 vehicles, and 2010 Volkswagen Golf A6 vehicles. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC)…

Risk: A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash.

Power TrainAug 2009 · NHTSA campaign 09V333000

Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 passenger cars manufactured between september 2008 and august 2009. The wiring harness of a temperature sensor in the direct shift gearbox (dsg) may have connector wires that were insufficiently crimped. With insufficiently crimped connector wires, a temperature sensor has the…

Risk: The abrupt shift to neutral could lead to a crash without warning.

Common 2009 Eos problems

Owners have filed 84 complaints about the 2009 Volkswagen Eos with NHTSA. 4 reports involved a crash.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Power Train27
  • Service Brakes22
  • Electrical System15
  • Engine13
  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc)12
  • Power Train9

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Power Train84,000 mi
  • Service Brakes70,000 mi
  • Electrical System99,000 mi
  • Engine111,000 mi
  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc)80,000 mi
  • Power Train2,000 mi

2009 Volkswagen Eos service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 662 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2009 Volkswagen Eos. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

1 of them is a warranty extension. Warranty extensions mean the manufacturer agreed to cover a specific repair beyond the normal warranty. They rarely still apply to a car this age, but they point to known weak spots.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment76
  • Engine71
  • Engine and Engine Cooling58
  • Electrical System55
  • Equipment55
  • Fuel System34

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · V0116152014815_20

    Suggested fuel additive

  • OtherSep 2026 · SM 39-2026

    This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

  • OtherAug 2026 · TT 00-13-04_7

    Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2026 · V0026012081638_2

    Differences between a leak and seepage

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2009 Volkswagen Eos.

Power TrainPE09035 · opened Jul 2009, closed Nov 2009Led to recall 09V333000

Vehicle stall/loss motive power

The subject vehicles are equipped with direct shift gearbox (dsg) transmissions, which feature a 6-speed automatic gearbox with two wet running clutches (dual clutch) in which the clutch mechanism and gear changes are electrohydraulically operated by a mechatronic control unit.the dsg mechatronic controller includes ex

Selling a 2009 Eos: questions

How much is a 2009 Volkswagen Eos worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2009 Eos that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2009 Eoss that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2009 Eos with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 Volkswagen Eos; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2009 Eos?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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