MYRModel Year Report

1991 Volkswagen FOX

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1991 Volkswagen FOX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:46:50.106Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1987: 10 complaints 1987 1988: 23 complaints 1988 1989: 9 complaints 1989 1990: 15 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 18 complaints 1993
1987: 10 complaints 1987 1988: 23 complaints 1988 1989: 9 complaints 1989 1990: 15 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 18 complaints 1993
1987: 10 complaints 1987 1988: 23 complaints 1988 1989: 9 complaints 1989 1990: 15 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 18 complaints 1993

1991: 1 complaint

View as data table
YearComplaints
198710
198823
19899
199015
19911
19925
199318

Known problem areas

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Latches/locks/linkages

1 of 1 total report mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

Show complaint excerpts

While traveling at 55 MPH and without any indication hood flipped backwards, hitting windshield and shattering glass. Consumer pulled vehicle over. Please provide further information.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-08-14

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1991-07-05Fuel system, gasoline91V087000 Metal fuel lines with an incorrect contour were installed in the engine compartment. The incorrect contour can cause the metal fuel line to rub against the intake manifold.

    Remedy: Replace fuel line with correctly contoured fuel line.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1992-05-22Fuel system, gasoline92V058000 The fuel hose attached to the fuel distribution rail on the engine may shrink beyond the clamp force of the fuel hose clamps, allowing fuel to leak.

    Remedy: Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1995-09-22Engine and engine cooling95V105000 In the event of a cooling system component failure while the vehicle is driven, the coolant can overheat causing the cooling system pressure to rise to a level where a leak in the heat exchanger can…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a bypass valve kit which is designed to route excessively hot coolant to the engine without flowing through the heat exchanger. Dealers will also install a plastic cover…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Volkswagen FOX — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 91V087000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 92V058000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 95V105000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1991 Volkswagen FOX 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 1991 Volkswagen FOX?
The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Volkswagen FOX have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.