MYRModel Year Report

2002 Volkswagen Cabrio

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2002 Volkswagen Cabrio
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:01:14.422Z

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

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 23 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

9 of 23 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring.

CRASH FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING THIS VEHICLE IT JUST STOPPED WOULD NOT START. WENT TO LIFT THE HOOD IT WAS HOT AND IT SEEMS TO HAVE HAD A FIRE. AT A VW DEALER FOR OVER 2 WKS AND THEY STILL CAN'T FIGURE IT OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140819

Also filed under ENGINE and STEERING

VEHICLE HIT REAR OF A TRAILER AT 20-30 MPH. UPON IMPACT, NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. VEHICLE BURSTED INTO FLAMES SEVERAL MINUTES AFTER IMPACT. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020821

Also filed under AIR BAGS

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO. ON AUGUST 29, 2017, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (DAVID MAUS VOLKSWAGEN, 1050 LEE RD, ORLANDO, FL 32810) FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180111

Also filed under VISIBILITY

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

5 of 23 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing flasher unit and tail lights.

AIR BAGS

4 of 23 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing inflator module and frontal.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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DRIVER'S AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY WITH AN IMPACT OF 30-35 MILES PER HOUR AND $6,000 DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END. IT WAS A REAR-END COLLISION. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. WE ARE CONCERNED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE DID NOT.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20031216

VISIBILITY

3 of 23 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing glass, side/rear.

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 23 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Volkswagen Cabrio — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 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.