MYRModel Year Report

1992 Volkswagen FOX

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1992 Volkswagen FOX
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:52:16.547Z

Only 5 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 5 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 FOX Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1992 highlighted. 1987: 10 complaints 1987 1988: 23 complaints 1988 1989: 9 complaints 1989 1990: 15 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaints 1991 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 18 complaints 1993
1992: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
198710
198823
19899
199015
19911
19925
199318

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.

STRUCTURE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.

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SUNVISOR ON DRIVERS SIDE HANGS DOWN, IMPEDING VISION. *DSH

NHTSA ODI report, 19960417

STEERING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

SEATS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: seats.

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THERE IS A PLASTIC SPACER WHICH DISLODGES AND CAUSES THE SEAT TO MOVE BACK AND FORTH AND NOT TO STAY IN A LOCKED POSITION. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951024

POWER TRAIN

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.

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CV BOOTS FAILED 3 TIMES. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19950425

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19920522 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

Campaign 92V058000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19950922 — engine and engine cooling

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 O

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 UNDERNEAT

Campaign 95V105000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Volkswagen FOX — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 92V058000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V105000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1992 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 1992 Volkswagen FOX?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Volkswagen FOX have?

2 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.