2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 62 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
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***note: this was a vw Rabbit, not a vw golf, but Rabbit was not an option under the required model*** at 12:30AM on December 23, 2006, I parked my 2006 vw Rabbit in my driveway. I then plugged in the block heater, as usual.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-12-28
Electrical system
3 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.
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While idling car after starting, seat warmer was turned on. Drivers side inside back warmer shorted out and caused a grape size burn hole in cloth seat.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-12-04
Also filed under Seats
Seats
2 of 13 total reports mention: seats.
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While driving noticed that there was a dull pain beginning in my back, looked at the drivers side seat and noticed that seat heater shorted out and left dime sized hole in upholstery as well as discoloring piece of clothing I was wearing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-11
Power train
2 of 13 total reports mention: power train.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 13 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2007-10-31Exterior lighting07V442000 Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." Some vehicles may not have had a…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical…
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Volkswagen Rabbit — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07V442000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.