Sell your 2010 Volkswagen Routan for cash

The 2010 Volkswagen Routan is a minivan that came with a choice of 3.8L 6-cyl and 4.0L 6-cyl engines. At 16 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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2010 Volkswagen Routan at a glance

Body styleMinivan - 2WD
Engines3.8L 6-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 6-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy16–17 city / 23–25 highway / 18–20 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,350–$3,700 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂444–494 grams per mile
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)4,445 lb
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations
Age16 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 16 years old, most of a 2010 Routan's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2010 Routan weighed 4,445 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. 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 2010 Routan. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 80,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2010 Volkswagen Routan recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 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.

Electrical SystemApr 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V194000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009 Routan vehicles manufactured June 25, 2008, to July 8, 2009, and 2010 Routan vehicles manufactured October 1, 2009, to August 11, 2010. This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should…

Risk: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including, but not limited to, air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of fun

Electrical SystemMar 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V151000

Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2010 Routan vehicles manufactured from october 2009 through june 2010. Some vehicles may experience inadvertent ignition key displacement from the run to accessory position while driving causing the engine to shut off.

Risk: An engine shutting off suddenly while driving could increase the risk of a crash.

Common 2010 Routan problems

Owners have filed 240 complaints about the 2010 Volkswagen Routan with NHTSA. 5 reports involved a crash and 3 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 12 injuries.

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

  • Electrical System145
  • Engine45
  • Service Brakes23
  • Steering23
  • Unknown or Other18
  • Power Train16

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System80,000 mi
  • Engine77,000 mi
  • Service Brakes80,000 mi
  • Steering106,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other79,000 mi
  • Power Train50,000 mi

2010 Volkswagen Routan service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 377 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2010 Volkswagen Routan. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment57
  • Equipment43
  • Electrical System40
  • Engine24
  • Engine and Engine Cooling20
  • Electrical System14

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2026 · VOS-26-21

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to corre

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2026 · VOS-26-15

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to corre

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2026 · VOS-26-01

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to corre

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2025 · V4016012043146_4

    What is and what is not a leaking suspension strut.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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Selling a 2010 Routan: questions

How much is a 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2010 Routan that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2010 Routans 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 2010 Routan with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Volkswagen Routan; 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 2010 Routan?

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.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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