2001 Volkswagen Cabrio recalls and problems

The 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio has 1 safety recall and 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volkswagen dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

6 / 3

Injuries / deaths

7 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Volkswagen Cabrio recalls

Recall 02V-244: Equipment

Reported Sep 12, 2002 · 332,950 vehicles affected · VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC

Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." child seat anchorages installed in the vehicle's rear seats must be identified by markings, and their location and use be described in the owner's manual.

Risk: These vehicles were not marked or described as required by the standard.

Fix: Owners will be provided with a supplement for the owner's manual and also one set of four guidance fixtures intended to use in conjunction with child seats equipped with rigid or semi-rigid lower anchorage attachments. Also enclosed will be four decals together with installation instructions and a template for attaching the decals to the lower seat backs. Owner notification is expected to begin september 15, 2002. Owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.

2001 Volkswagen Cabrio problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	9
Visibility	8
Engine and Engine Cooling	6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	6
Air Bags	5
Vehicle Speed Control	3
Power Train	3
Exterior Lighting	3
Fuel System, Gasoline	2
Seats	2
Suspension	2
Wheels	1

Most reported parts

Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 6
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 3
Air Bags › Frontal — 3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 2
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
Electrical System › Ignition › Switch — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 42,750 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 98,000 miles · reported Mar 31, 2013

The electrical components on my 2001 cabrio may and have caused a short which sparked under hood causing smoke and possible fire also, the computer over heats causing shorts which made the transmission fail and gauges fail, the us gov. (Division) that handles such faults should force volkswagen to recall every and all cars for repairs! The us owners are paying for volkswagens mistakes, partially for their decision to have these cars made in mexico evading tax's and which has made these autos cheap and flawed. These cars are unsafe and the electrical issues are and will in future cost the…

Air Bags · at 136,000 miles · reported Apr 7, 2011

The contact owns a 2001 volkswagen cabrio. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact was involved in a head-on crash and the frontal air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained lacerations on her face and a rib fracture. The passenger of the other vehicle was also injured. The vehicle was towed to an auto tow yard and was taken into the possession of the insurance company for evaluation. A police report was filed. The contact stated that the vehicle was not repaired and she was waiting to hear from the insurance company with the investigation results. The approximate failure mileage…

Suspension · at 134,000 miles · reported Nov 16, 2010

I have a 2001 volkswagen cabrio, which vw does not make anymore, and this is probably why. The car is always being fixed. One major issue I have had to replace three front axles in this car. 3/27/07 karl's custom vw; 6/28/08 big o tires; and now, 11/16/2010 I AM told by sundevil auto engine and transmission mounts are sagging causing axles to bind, the car needs 4 transmission mounts and 2 axles. Vw parts are obviously inferior. I thought vw vehicles were suppose to last over 200,000 miles. What can you do for me? I AM unemployed and cannot afford this $1100 repair, but I need my vehicle. With…

Service Brakes, Electric · at 83,000 miles · reported Sep 2, 2010

On most volkswagens (And some audi's) that were built between the years 1998 to 2002 it appears that the ABS computers fail after approximately 5 years. The problem appears to be a fault in the internal wiring of the computer that allows wires to overheat, rendering the unit inoperable. This issue has been reported on several forums as well as several companies have started up with the sole purpose of repairing these units. Volkswagen is unwilling to acknowledge this problem or provide in compensation in repairing the defective units.

Exterior Lighting · at 70,000 miles · reported Oct 27, 2009

Function of turn signals and hazard lights on my 2001 volkswagen cabrio has been degrading over time. Both systems are now completely inoperable. There is an active vw recall (Nhtsa campaign number 04v584000) for this problem on 2000-2002 golf, gti, beetle and jetta (But no current recall for the cabrio). I AM requesting that the recall be expanded to include cabrio models. This is a very dangerous problem that is clearly widespread on 2000-2002 vw vehicles of all models.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio: 02V-244 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (9 reports), followed by visibility (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 42,750 miles.

Are Volkswagen recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volkswagen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.