Volkswagen Rabbit recalls and problems
3 recalls and 152 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
3
Complaints
152
Crashes reported
12
Fires reported
10
Choose a model year
Volkswagen Rabbit by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Rabbit | 2 | 62 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 Rabbit | 2 | 23 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 Rabbit | 2 | 54 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 Rabbit | 1 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Volkswagen Rabbit problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 46 | |
| Electrical System | 29 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 25 | |
| Air Bags | 18 | |
| Steering | 17 | |
| Power Train | 17 | |
| Seats | 14 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 |
All Volkswagen Rabbit recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16V-913 | Dec 20, 2016 | 2009 | Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 10V-621 | Dec 10, 2010 | 2007–2009 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. |
| 07V-442 | Sep 24, 2007 | 2006–2008 | Exterior Lighting | Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Volkswagen Rabbit?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit has the most reports (62). Check the 2009 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Rabbit have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering Volkswagen Rabbit model years 2006–2009.
What are the most common Volkswagen Rabbit problems?
Owners report service brakes, electrical system, electronic stability control (esc) problems most often.