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Major Problems with Volkswagen Cabrio - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Volkswagen Cabrio model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2001, for instance, is the worst year for the Cabrio. Older Cabrio vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Volkswagen Cabrio problems by years

Worst Volkswagen Cabrio Problems

SEATS
2002 Volkswagen Cabrio August 10, 2003 Victims: 2

I was driving home from a weekend away, i was on i95 north near mile marker 120.00 traveling about 15-20mph when traffic came to a complete stop, i made a complete stop and the car behind me hit me goin gabout 15mph and pushed me into the suv in front of me the first impact pushed my passenger and myself forward and then the second impact of us hitting the suv in front of us pushed us back...both of our seats gave way and we were in lying postions. we hadent even realized what had happened until we sat ...

FRONTAL
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio April 5, 2011 Victims: 2 Mileage: 136000 miles

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volkswagen cabrio. while driving approximately 50 mph, the contact was involved in a head-on crash and the frontal air bags did not deploy. the contact sustained lacerations on her face and a rib fracture. the passenger of the other vehicle was also injured. the vehicle was towed to an auto tow yard and was taken into the possession of the insurance company for evaluation. a police report was filed. the contact stated that the vehicle was not repaired and she was waiting to hear from the insurance company with the investigation results. the approximate ...

GASOLINE
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio November 8, 2001 Victims: 1

Vehicle was involved in a rear end fender bender at 25 mph, accident caused a fire in the in engine compartment, dealer notified.*ak consumer stated that manufacturer sent an engineer to investigate and found that the injector valve broke on impact and sprayed fuel over engine, which was the reason the air bags did go off.*slc

What is the most common problem with Volkswagen Cabrio?

Overall the worst problem with Volkswagen Cabrio relates to ELECTRICAL SYSTEM problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific Cabrio years that are prone to issues with these components.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7 DOOR 6 POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS 6 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 4 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 4 AIR BAGS 4 FRONTAL 4 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 3 SEATS 3 STRUCTURE 2 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 2 ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP 2 EMISSION CONTROL 2 GASOLINE 2 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2 IGNITION 2 CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 2 INTERIOR/UNDER DASH 2 RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. 2 INFLATOR MODULE 2 VISIBILITY 1 WINDSHIELD 1 EQUIPMENT 1 AIR CONDITIONER 1 SUSPENSION 1 SEAT BELTS 1 FRONT 1 STEERING 1 TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 1 WIRING 1 ENGINE 1 MECHANICAL 1 ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT 1 RETRACTOR 1 LATCH 1 FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS 1 TIRES 1 MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 HEADLIGHTS 1 MODULE 1 ANTI-THEFT DEVICE 1 SWITCH 1 GLASS, SIDE/REAR 1 12V/24V/48V BATTERY 1 BUCKLE ASSEMBLY 1 CRUISE CONTROL 1 WHEEL BEARING 1 REAR WINDOW 1 SWITCH 1 INTERIOR LIGHTING 1 PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) 1 ROOF AND PILLARS 1 SEAT HEATER/COOLER 1 TAIL LIGHTS 1 CONTROL MODULE 1 SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC 1 SWITCH 1 HUB 1 POWER STEERING FLUID 1 FLASHER UNIT 1 ANTI-THEFT DEVICES 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

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