MYRModel Year Report

1999 Volkswagen Cabrio

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1999 Volkswagen Cabrio
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:04:22.834Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volkswagen Cabrio Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1989: 1 complaints 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 2000: 16 complaints 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 23 complaints 2002
1999: 29 complaints
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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, 20020415

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, 20210227

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.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020730

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.

CRASH INJURY
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.

I 20000810 — PE (closed 20001228)

FUEL TANK PUNCTURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Volkswagen Cabrio — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (5 reports on file for this year).
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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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.