MYRModel Year Report

2001 Volkswagen Eurovan

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2001 Volkswagen Eurovan
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:45:21.888Z

Only 21 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 21 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 Eurovan Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1992: 1 complaints 1992 1993: 82 complaints 1995: 6 complaints 1995 1997: 14 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 17 complaints 2000: 25 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 35 complaints 2002 2003: 15 complaints 2004: 1 complaints 2004
2001: 21 complaints
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YearComplaints
19921
199382
19956
199714
19982
199917
200025
200121
200235
200315
20041

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

WHEELS

2 of 21 total reports mention: wheels.

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STEEL RIMS HAS WELDS AND AIR IS LEAKING FROM THE TIRE. THIS CAUSES REAR TIRES TO GO FLAT. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020529

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH
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DEALER SAID BRAKES DID NOT FAIL - DESIGN PROBLEM - CAR MUST BE STARTED WITH BRAKE ON - I PULLED OUT DOWNHILL AND BRAKE PEDAL FLOORBOARDED - DEALER SAID TO EFFECT I HAVE TO PUMP BRAKES BEFORE USING THE FIRST TIME!. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20011214

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

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THE ENGINE FELL FROM THE VEHICLE DUE TO A MISSING BOLT, ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WAS INOPERATIVE. *JB THE CONSUMER FOUND THAT THE ENGINE AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT PRIOR TO PURCHASE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030404

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

VISIBILITY

1 of 21 total reports mentions: visibility.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20021130 — equipment

ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGES (TETHER ANCHORAGES) FOR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH CHILD RESTRAINTS INSTALLED IN THE THREE REARMOST SEATING POSITIONS, THE "SAFETY FIRST" PORT

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE SENT A NEW "SAFETY FIRST" BOOKLET THAT WILL CONTAIN CORRECTED USE INSTRUCTIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 30, 2002. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE BOOKLET WITHIN A REASO

Campaign 02V136000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20070905 — RQ (closed 20080104)

ENGINE COOLING FAN BLADE FRACTURE

I 20080104 — EA (closed 20080314)

ENGINE COOLING FAN BLADE FRACTURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Volkswagen Eurovan — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 02V136000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan?

The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 10% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan 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.