MYRModel Year Report

1993 Volkswagen Eurovan

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1993 Volkswagen Eurovan
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:41:39.832Z

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
82
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1993

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

54% of complaints

Complaints per year

1992: 1 complaint 1993: 82 complaints 1993 82 1995: 6 complaints 1997: 14 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 17 complaints 2000: 25 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2002: 35 complaints 2002 2003: 15 complaints 2004: 1 complaint 2004
1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 82 complaints 1993 82 1995: 6 complaints 1995 1997: 14 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 17 complaints 1999 2000: 25 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 35 complaints 2002 2003: 15 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaint 2004
1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 82 complaints 1993 82 1995: 6 complaints 1995 1997: 14 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 17 complaints 1999 2000: 25 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 35 complaints 2002 2003: 15 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaint 2004

1993: 82 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19921
199382
19956
199714
19982
199917
200025
200121
200235
200315
20041

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

54% · 44 reports

Most commonly citing delivery and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

FIRE

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE
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Engine fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-09-23

Engine fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-22

Electrical system

10% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and front underhood.

FIRE
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Dt: contact states a 1993 euro van Volkswagen burned while driving. Smoke started coming out from underneath the hood. There was no ongoing investigation to determine the cause of fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-06-24

Steering

7% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and hydraulic power assist system.

CRASH
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While merging onto the highway steering wheel failed. Consumer applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. Vehicle continued to accelerate.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-07-23

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Power train

6% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.

CRASH
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Vehicle was parked and in gear, manual shift, child turn key and causing the vehicle jump, impact 12:00 position , going wall in garage. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-08-31

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1994-02-05Parking brake93V138000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a longer tension spring to provide sufficient tension.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1994-05-20Steering94V058000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will remove the present universal upper locking bolt, install a new one, and torque it to specifications.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1999-10-07SQClosed 2000-04-18 Fuel line leak in engine compartment
  4. R
    2000-05-19Fuel system, gasoline00V039000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel feed and return hoses.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1993 Volkswagen Eurovan — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 44 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V138000 · Parking brake
  • Recall 94V058000 · Steering
  • Recall 00V039000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Volkswagen Eurovan have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.