MYRModel Year Report

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio

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2000 Volkswagen Cabrio
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:39:05.218Z

Only 16 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 16 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, 2000 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 2000 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 23 complaints 2002
2000: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
19891
19917
19929
19938
199515
19966
199714
199821
199929
200016
200138
200223

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

3 of 16 total reports mention: power train.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 16 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 16 total reports mention: power train.

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THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE, THE DEALER REPAIRED/REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM RECURRED. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030404

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

STRUCTURE

1 of 16 total reports mentions: structure.

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THE CONVERTIBLE TOP HAS TOO MUCH CLOTH WHICH OBSTRUCTES THE REAR VIEW, ALMOST CAUSING A CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19991123

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20000810 — PE (closed 20001228)

FUEL TANK PUNCTURE

R 20030729 — equipment

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE'S REA

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLEMENT FOR THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALSO ONE SET OF FOUR GUIDANCE FIXTURES INTENDED TO USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH CHILD SEATS EQUIPPED WITH RIGID OR SEMI-RIGID LOWER ANCH

Campaign 02V244000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 02V244000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 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 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio?

The most-reported component is power train:manual transmission, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.