1998 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO
1 recalls, 37 complaints - 75 TSBs
02V026000 Jan 25, 2002
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect Description
ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CAN SUFFER ABRASION DAMAGE IF THE REAR TIRE GOES FLAT AND THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN UNTIL THE TIRE DISINTEGRATES.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL FIT PASSAT VEHICLES WITH A NEW WHEEL HOUSE LINER THAT WILL BETTER PROTECT THE CAR'S FILLER NECK. JETTA VEHICLES WILL BE FITTED WITH A DIFFERENT METAL SHIELD DESIGNED TO ENHANCE ABRASION PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF TIRE DISINTEGRATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 13, 2003. OWNERS WH... Read more
Complaint Statistics
37 total complaints
13 crashes 10 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS | 4 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 2 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 1 |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Nov 2, 2009
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
1998 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO GLS FRONT WINDSHIELD HEADER HAS RUSTED AND NO LONGER CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THE WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE. *NJ THE CONSUMER HAD TO INCUR THE COST OF HAVING THE FRONT WINDSHIELD REPLACED AFTER THE FRONT WINDSHIELD CRACKED BECAUSE OF THE DEFORMITIES IN THE WINDSHIELD HEADER. THE VE... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Apr 6, 2005
Incident date: Mar 6, 2005
MANUFACTURER TOLD ME THAT THE CAR CAN LURCH FORWARD, FROM 1ST GEAR TO 3RD GEAR, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT DUE TO A BAD TRANSMISSION (CAR HAS ONLY 46,100 MILES, WHICH LEADS ME TO BELIEVE THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS FAULTY AND DEFECTIVE, AND SHOULD BE WARRANTY, AND REPLACED BY THE MANUFACTURER, EVEN IF THE CAR... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jan 5, 2005
Incident date: Dec 3, 2004
WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON. CONSUMER PLACED OIL INTO THE VEHICLE, AND OIL LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN. CONSUMER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT ENGINE WAS DEFECTIVE, AND NO OIL WAS IN THE BOTTOM OF THE ENGINE.*AK *NM
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Nov 22, 2004
Incident date: Nov 22, 2004
THE CONVERTIBLE TOP RIPPED ABOVE THE REAR WINDOW. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER AND THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER TOLD THE OWNER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB.....THE DEALER STATED THIS CA... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Oct 5, 2004
Incident date: Jun 1, 2002
CONVERTIBLE TOP SHREDDING. HUGE RIPS ALL OVER IT. CLASS ACTION SUIT FILED IN CALIFORNIA. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD LIKE ME TO OBTAIN AN ATTORNEY OR PAY FOR HALF THE REPAIR COSTS. HOWEVER, THOSE INCLUDED IN THE CLASS ACTION WILL BE ABLE TO GET THEIRS REPLACED.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 31, 2004
Incident date: Aug 29, 2004
1) NO KNOWN EVENT LEADING TO THIS RADIO SYSTEM FAILURE. 2) RADIO SUDDENLY AND INEXPLICABLY MOVED FROM NORMAL 'ON' TO MAXIMUM BLARING VOLUME WITH NO ONE TOUCHING IT... AND COULD NOT BE CHANGED, TURNED OFF, OR ALTERED IN ANY WAY. RADIO CONTROLS HAD NO EFFECT, EVEN TURNING OFF THE AUTO AND REMOVI... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
May 21, 2004
Incident date: Sep 1, 2003
WITH LESS THAN 75000 MILES, MY VEHICLE HAS HAD THREE DEFECTIVE WATER PUMPS REPLACEMENTS. THE SERVICE MAN AT VW HAVE COMMENTED THAT THIS APPEARS TO BE A BAD DESIGN AND WARRANTED THE PART. HOWEVER, THIS DOES NOT PROVIDE ME WITH ANY LONG TERM SOLUTION. I HAVE LOGGED A TROUBLE TICKET WITH VW AMERICA R... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Apr 14, 2004
Incident date: Apr 13, 2004
IN REF TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 02V026000 THE VW DEALER IN INDIANAPOLIS REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE EXISTENCE OF THIS RECALL AGAINST MY 1998 VW CABRIO. I CHECKED THE SUPPLEMENTAL RECALL LIST FILED WITH NHTSA DATED JUNE 2, 2003 AND FOUND THAT MY VIN [XXX] IS INCLUDED. HOW CAN I GET VW TO HONOR TH... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Aug 16, 2003
Incident date: Jan 30, 2001
THE ALARM SYSTEM DOES NOT ACTIVATE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR. THE DOOR ALSO OCCASIONALLY DOES NOT LOCK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR EITHER. YOU MUST GO TO THE PASSENGER SIDE TO COMPENSATE FOR THIS FLAW. ADDITIONALLY THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT ALWAYS GO UP. ABOUT HALF OF THE TIME, OR MORE IT GOE... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
Aug 16, 2003
Incident date: Jan 30, 2001
THE ALARM SYSTEM DOES NOT ACTIVATE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR. THE DOOR ALSO OCCASIONALLY DOES NOT LOCK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR EITHER. YOU MUST GO TO THE PASSENGER SIDE TO COMPENSATE FOR THIS FLAW. ADDITIONALLY THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT ALWAYS GO UP. ABOUT HALF OF THE TIME, OR MORE IT GOE... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Aug 16, 2003
Incident date: Jan 30, 2001
THE ALARM SYSTEM DOES NOT ACTIVATE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR. THE DOOR ALSO OCCASIONALLY DOES NOT LOCK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR EITHER. YOU MUST GO TO THE PASSENGER SIDE TO COMPENSATE FOR THIS FLAW. ADDITIONALLY THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT ALWAYS GO UP. ABOUT HALF OF THE TIME, OR MORE IT GOE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 21, 2003
Incident date: Jun 1, 2002
THE TOP ON MY 1998 VW CABRIO HAS DRIED OUT AND IS CRACKING DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE MANUFACTURING IN THE VINYL USED FOR THE TOP. VW HAS REFUSED TO REPLACE IT EVEN THOUGH I KNOW 3 OTHER OWNERS LOCALLY WITH THE SAME EXACT YEAR/CAR/PROBLEM.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Jul 31, 2002
Incident date: Jun 25, 2001
VEHICLE WOULD NOT CRANK, DEALER STATED THE BATTERY HAD FAILED. *SLC
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Jul 31, 2002
Incident date: Nov 23, 1999
AFTER ONE YEAR, THE TOP STARTED DEVELOPING BLACK MARKS, THE MARKS DO NOT COME OFF WITH SOAP AND WATER, THE TOP ALSO STARTED TURNING ORANGE AND BECAME STICKY, THE DEALER STATED THE PROBLEM WAS SUN DAMAGE, HOWEVER THE VEHICLE WAS MOSTLY KEPT IN A GARAGE, THE TOP IS NOW RIPPING NEAR THE BACK WINDOW, VW... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Jul 31, 2002
ALARM SYSTEM DOES NOT ACTIVATE ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR, CONSUMER HAS TO LOCK THE VEHICLE AT THE PASSENGER SIDE, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT ALWAYS GO UP HALF THE TIME. *SLC
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Jul 31, 2002
AIR CONDITIONER FAILED, DEALER STATED THAT THE CLUTCH RELAY UNIT WAS THE PROBLEM. *SLC
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Jul 17, 2002
Incident date: Jan 1, 2002
MY TAN-VINYL CONVERTIBLE TOP BEGIN TO CHEMICALLY BREAK-DOWN AFTER 3 1/2 YEARS OF OWNING THE CAR. I WAS TOLD BY VW OF AMERICA THAT I WAS PAST MY WARRANTY AND THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. THE TOP CONTINUES TO DETERIORATE OVER TIME. I HAVE FOUND 15 OTHER 1998 CABRIO OWNERS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAM... Read more
TIRES
Jan 24, 2002
SCREW SECURED FACTORY WHEEL WEIGHTS CREATE LEAKS IN COLD WEATHER WHEN TIRES COLD CAUSING RAQPID DEFLATIION AND SEPARATION FROM RIM. THOUGHT IT WAS A FREAK ACCIDENT UNTIL IT HAPPENED FOR THE THIRD TIME CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL (RIGHT REAR WHEEL) AND EXIT FROM HIGHWAY. TIRE DISINTEGRATES FROM HEAT WITH... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Oct 2, 2001
Incident date: Aug 1, 2001
IGNITION SWITCH OPERATES INTERMITTENTLY, CAUSING FAILURE OF ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS. A PRIVATE MECHANIC HAS DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM, AND WAS MAKING REPAIRS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / ATTACHMENTS.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Jul 25, 2000
WHILE DRIVING HEADLIGHTS CUT OFF AND ON AND SO DID THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. DEALER SAID IT WAS DUE TO IGNITION SWITCH. *AK
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Feb 15, 2000
Incident date: Jul 20, 1999
DEALERSHIP DID NOT REMOVE SHIPPING COVER TABS FROM CONVERTIBLE TOP, CAUSING BLACK MARKS ON VINYL TOP, AND MAJOR WATER LEAKAGE
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Jan 31, 2000
Incident date: Jan 24, 2000
WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, TRAVELING 60MPH, HIT A PATCH OF ICE AND WENT INTO MEDIAN. VEHICLE ROLLED OVER AND CAME TO A STOP. SEAT BELT DIDN'T WORK. NOTICED THE PROBLEM 3 WEEKS PRIOR TO ACCIDENT CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER DIDN'T HAVE THE PART AVAILABLE. ALSO, NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 31, 2000
Incident date: Jan 24, 2000
WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, TRAVELING 60MPH, HIT A PATCH OF ICE AND WENT INTO MEDIAN. VEHICLE ROLLED OVER AND CAME TO A STOP. SEAT BELT DIDN'T WORK. NOTICED THE PROBLEM 3 WEEKS PRIOR TO ACCIDENT CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER DIDN'T HAVE THE PART AVAILABLE. ALSO, NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. *AK
Crash
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Oct 6, 1999
Incident date: Jul 1, 1999
I DO NOT HAVE WITH ME NOW THE EXACT DATE INFORMATION, HOWEVER, I HAVE DOCUMENTATION AT HOME THAT I CAN REVIEW AND UPDATE INFORMATION IF NEEDED. I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THIS VEHICLE IN THE SHOP NOW SEVERAL TIMES FOR BOTH A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM (FAILURE TO ACCELERATE) AND BECAUSE THE ENTIRE MUFFLER CAME AP... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Oct 6, 1999
Incident date: Jul 1, 1999
I DO NOT HAVE WITH ME NOW THE EXACT DATE INFORMATION, HOWEVER, I HAVE DOCUMENTATION AT HOME THAT I CAN REVIEW AND UPDATE INFORMATION IF NEEDED. I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THIS VEHICLE IN THE SHOP NOW SEVERAL TIMES FOR BOTH A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM (FAILURE TO ACCELERATE) AND BECAUSE THE ENTIRE MUFFLER CAME AP... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 23, 1999
Incident date: Dec 1, 1998
GLOVE BOX DOOR OUT OF ORDER. YH
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Aug 23, 1999
Incident date: Dec 1, 1998
RADIO OUT OF ORDER. YH
PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL
Apr 28, 1999
Incident date: Apr 13, 1999
CLUTCH INHIBITOR RELAY WAS FAULTY--CAR WOULD NOT START AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TO FIX, PASSENGER SEATBELT HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES ALREADY, ABS LIGHT CAME ON 4 DAYS BEFORE ACCIDENT TOOK CAR INTO CHAPMAN'S TO BE FIXED BUT WHEN I WENT TO STOP AT A LIGHT I PRESSED ON BREAKS AND IT SLOWED A LIT... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Apr 28, 1999
Incident date: Apr 13, 1999
CLUTCH INHIBITOR RELAY WAS FAULTY--CAR WOULD NOT START AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TO FIX, PASSENGER SEATBELT HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES ALREADY, ABS LIGHT CAME ON 4 DAYS BEFORE ACCIDENT TOOK CAR INTO CHAPMAN'S TO BE FIXED BUT WHEN I WENT TO STOP AT A LIGHT I PRESSED ON BREAKS AND IT SLOWED A LIT... Read more
Crash
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Apr 28, 1999
Incident date: Apr 13, 1999
CLUTCH INHIBITOR RELAY WAS FAULTY--CAR WOULD NOT START AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TO FIX, PASSENGER SEATBELT HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES ALREADY, ABS LIGHT CAME ON 4 DAYS BEFORE ACCIDENT TOOK CAR INTO CHAPMAN'S TO BE FIXED BUT WHEN I WENT TO STOP AT A LIGHT I PRESSED ON BREAKS AND IT SLOWED A LIT... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Apr 28, 1999
Incident date: Apr 13, 1999
CLUTCH INHIBITOR RELAY WAS FAULTY--CAR WOULD NOT START AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TO FIX, PASSENGER SEATBELT HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES ALREADY, ABS LIGHT CAME ON 4 DAYS BEFORE ACCIDENT TOOK CAR INTO CHAPMAN'S TO BE FIXED BUT WHEN I WENT TO STOP AT A LIGHT I PRESSED ON BREAKS AND IT SLOWED A LIT... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Apr 28, 1999
Incident date: Apr 13, 1999
CLUTCH INHIBITOR RELAY WAS FAULTY--CAR WOULD NOT START AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP TO FIX, PASSENGER SEATBELT HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES ALREADY, ABS LIGHT CAME ON 4 DAYS BEFORE ACCIDENT TOOK CAR INTO CHAPMAN'S TO BE FIXED BUT WHEN I WENT TO STOP AT A LIGHT I PRESSED ON BREAKS AND IT SLOWED A LIT... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Apr 28, 1999
Incident date: Apr 13, 1999
NO SUMMARY
Crash
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Apr 28, 1999
Incident date: Apr 13, 1999
NO SUMMARY
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Apr 28, 1999
Incident date: Apr 13, 1999
NO SUMMARY
Crash
1 injured
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
Apr 28, 1999
Incident date: Apr 13, 1999
NO SUMMARY
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 28, 1999
Incident date: Apr 13, 1999
NO SUMMARY
Crash
1 injured
EPA Fuel Economy, 1998 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 28.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,550 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO
75 manufacturer communications from 50 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 10 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 8 |
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 7 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 4 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 3 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 3 |
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Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
V171901201285562
May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V171901201285560
Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V941901201152119
Dec 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2023.
V271901201189422
Dec 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
V171901201285534
May 11, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V871806201994714
May 12, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A
SM 33-2019
Mar 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
TT 91 19 01
Mar 22, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
TT 91 19 01
Mar 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
V171901-2012855
Mar 12, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
V271901-2011894
Feb 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
V941901-2011521
Feb 18, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
TT001703
Nov 10, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
TT 271002
Sep 14, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.
TT 271002
Sep 14, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.
V171701 2012855
Jul 5, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
SM 44-2017 EN
Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
VHW-17-11
Jun 22, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide
1-2017 Update
Feb 1, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.
V691601 2010479
Oct 31, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2017.
V871622 2019947
Oct 24, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to model year applicability.
TT 97-12-02
Sep 23, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.
Airbag
Jan 22, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Airbag Issues.
V921502 2026253
Jul 22, 2015
130000 VISIBILITY
Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. To avoid unnecessary replacement of wiper blades, the condition and cleanliness of the w
V871506 2019947
Jul 7, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or compon
V871506 2019947
Jul 7, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or compon
Elsa 6-29-15
Jun 29, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
Elsa 6-22-15
Jun 22, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech
Elsa 6-22-15
Jun 22, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech
TT 64-14-02
May 8, 2015
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engin
TT 64-14-02
May 8, 2015
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engin
TT 64-14-02
May 8, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engin
V941501 2011521
Mar 27, 2015
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document
V941501 2011521
Mar 27, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document
V271503 2016076
Mar 12, 2015
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Technical Bulletin: Battery, Discharged, Diagnosis for Excessive Static Current Draw
V271501 2011894
Feb 16, 2015
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Technical Bulletin: Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000VAS Charger
Edition115
Dec 8, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition115
Dec 8, 2014
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition115
Dec 8, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition115
Dec 8, 2014
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition115
Dec 8, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
VW Elsa Newsletter
271402
Dec 3, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger
871409
Sep 24, 2014
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)
V871409 2019947
Sep 24, 2014
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circ
V171404 2012855
Sep 2, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Technical Bulletin (Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard): This document informs of a sample list of products generally available in the North American market that meet the Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard
TB171404
Sep 2, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00
V941403 2011521
Jun 4, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue.
V941403 2011521
Jun 4, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue.
941403
Jun 4, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
Edition86
May 19, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
VW Elsa Newsletter
Edition86
May 19, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
VW Elsa Newsletter
TT240801
May 9, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle.
TT240801
May 9, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle.
TB001404
Apr 10, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
V001404 2010380
Apr 10, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise and trim fit conditions.
941402
Mar 6, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
V941402 2011521
Mar 6, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on their inner surfaces, depending on humidity and other climatic
TB001403
Jan 27, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
TB001403
Jan 27, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
TT641402
Jan 24, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
TT641402
Jan 24, 2014
116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
TT641402
Jan 24, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
TT641402
Jan 24, 2014
138220 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
TT 64-14-02
Jan 24, 2014
138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. This document informs of how to diagnose t
941401
Feb 14, 2011
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
2015831
Aug 28, 2008
161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE
2015831
Aug 28, 2008
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE
9918
Oct 29, 1999
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1580 (17988) AND P0103 (16487) STORED IN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE MEMORY. *TT
9801
Aug 21, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT ON RADIO REMOTE CONTROL LOCKING SYSTEM. *YC
NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE00033
Opened: Aug 10, 2000 , Closed: Dec 28, 2000
FUEL TANK PUNCTURE
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION OPENED THIS INVESTIGATION ON AUGUST 10, 2000 BASED ON 9 REPORTS REGARDING PUNCTURED FUEL TANKS INVOLVING THE JETTA, PASSAT, AND CABRIO MODELS.THE REPORTS INDICATE ADDITIONAL REPORTS IN ITS RESPONSE TO THE PRELIMINARY EVALUATION.THIS INVESTIGATION HAS BEEN UPGRADED... Read more
VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO across all model years (1991, 2001).
7
Total Recalls
302
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
34
Reported Crashes
22
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.