MYRModel Year Report

2001 Volkswagen Cabrio

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2001 Volkswagen Cabrio
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:38:06.029Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volkswagen Cabrio Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 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
2001: 38 complaints
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YearComplaints
19891
19917
19929
19938
199515
19966
199714
199821
199929
200016
200138
200223

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

VISIBILITY 16%

16% of complaints: visibility — 6 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 8%

8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 8%

8% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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A PICKUP TRUCK STOPPED SUDDENLY AND MY VEHICLE REAR ENDED HIM AT 25 TO 35MPH. UPON IMPACT MY VEHICLE IGNIGHTED IN FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020308

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...

NHTSA ODI report, 20011115

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ON MY 2001 CABRIO MAY AND HAVE CAUSED A SHORT WHICH SPARKED UNDER HOOD CAUSING SMOKE AND POSSIBLE FIRE ALSO, THE COMPUTER OVER HEATS CAUSING SHORTS WHICH MADE THE TRANSMISSION FAIL AND GAUGES FAIL, THE US GOV.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130331

AIR BAGS 8%

8% of complaints: air bags — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT COLLISION OF 20 MPH WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE AND DRIVER'S AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20020827

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

2001 Volkswagen Cabrio — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 02V244000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio?

The most-reported component is visibility:power window devices and controls, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 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.