MYRModel Year Report

1999 Volkswagen Cabrio

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1999 Volkswagen Cabrio
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:13.954Z

Only 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
29

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 7 complaints 1992: 9 complaints 1992 1993: 8 complaints 1995: 15 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 14 complaints 1997 1998: 21 complaints 1999: 29 complaints 1999 29 2000: 16 complaints 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 23 complaints
1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 7 complaints 1991 1992: 9 complaints 1992 1993: 8 complaints 1993 1995: 15 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 14 complaints 1997 1998: 21 complaints 1998 1999: 29 complaints 1999 29 2000: 16 complaints 2000 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 23 complaints 2002
1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 7 complaints 1991 1992: 9 complaints 1992 1993: 8 complaints 1993 1995: 15 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 14 complaints 1997 1998: 21 complaints 1998 1999: 29 complaints 1999 29 2000: 16 complaints 2000 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 23 complaints 2002

1999: 29 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19891
19917
19929
19938
199515
19966
199714
199821
199929
200016
200138
200223

Known problem areas

Only 29 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

15 of 29 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing switch and interior/under dash.

FIRE
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99 vw Cabrio caught fire next to the firewall. Vw will not investigate the cause of the fire due to the expense. This is a lease vehicle only 2000 miles out of warrenty and Volkswagen will not stand behind their product.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-15

The fuzebox in this car is unprotected from water and can cause a fire and any time water may leak into car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-02-27

Engine and engine cooling

7 of 29 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system and engine.

CRASH
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While driving at 10MPH on a flat surface engine had stalled and caused an accident. Dealer notified.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-07-30

Vehicle speed control

5 of 29 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.

Service brakes

5 of 29 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHINJURY

Exterior lighting

5 of 29 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing switch and flasher unit.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2000-08-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 2000-12-28 Fuel tank puncture

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Volkswagen Cabrio — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 15 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 5 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.