1993 Volkswagen Eurovan
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 82 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
37% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 30 distinct reports on file.
FIRE11% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 9 distinct reports on file.
FIRE4% of complaints: tires — 3 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: fuel system, other — 3 distinct reports on file.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
THE HANDLE OF THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CONTAINS A TORSION SPRING WHICH IS DESIGNED TO ENSURE THAT THE LOCKING MECHANISM REMAINS FIRMLY ENGAGED UPON APPLICATION OF THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. SOME OF THESE SPRINGS
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A LONGER TENSION SPRING TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT TENSION.
Campaign 93V138000 — check if this car was fixed
THESE STEERING WHEELS AND INCLUDE A UNIVERSAL JOINT WHICH IS ATTACHED TO STEERING SHAFTS AND SECURED BY LOCKING BOLTS. THE UNIVERSAL JOINT'S UPPER LOCKING BOLT WAS NOT SUFFICIENTLY TORQUED DURING MANU
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE PRESENT UNIVERSAL UPPER LOCKING BOLT, INSTALL A NEW ONE, AND TORQUE IT TO SPECIFICATIONS.
Campaign 94V058000 — check if this car was fixed
FUEL LINE LEAK IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THE CONNECTING ENDS OF THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN HOSES IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAN "SETTLE" OVER TIME WHICH COULD CAUSE THE FASTENING CLAMPS TO LOSE THEIR TIGHT FIT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN HOSES.
Campaign 00V039000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1993 Volkswagen Eurovan — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 93V138000 (parking brake) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V058000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V039000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1993 Volkswagen Eurovan 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 1993 Volkswagen Eurovan?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:delivery, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Volkswagen Eurovan have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.