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Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Reviews



Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Review #706080

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . 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 little bit, and it didn't seem to very much so i then pressed harder and the car did not stop resulting in hitting the vehicle in front of me, passenger side mirror defroster inop, lack of power when shifting into 1, 2, and 3rd gear, finally get power when going about 60mph, e-brake would stick and could not get it down, when put into reverse, it would pop out of gear,.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN HILLS, AR. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Air Bags

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Air Bags Review #706080

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . 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 little bit, and it didn't seem to very much so i then pressed harder and the car did not stop resulting in hitting the vehicle in front of me, passenger side mirror defroster inop, lack of power when shifting into 1, 2, and 3rd gear, finally get power when going about 60mph, e-brake would stick and could not get it down, when put into reverse, it would pop out of gear,.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN HILLS, AR. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Review #706082

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . no summary.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Power Train Clutch Assembly

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Power Train Clutch Assembly Review #706082

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY . no summary.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Parking Brake Conventional

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Parking Brake Conventional Review #706080

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL . 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 little bit, and it didn't seem to very much so i then pressed harder and the car did not stop resulting in hitting the vehicle in front of me, passenger side mirror defroster inop, lack of power when shifting into 1, 2, and 3rd gear, finally get power when going about 60mph, e-brake would stick and could not get it down, when put into reverse, it would pop out of gear,.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN HILLS, AR. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Power Train Clutch Assembly

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Power Train Clutch Assembly Review #706080

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY . 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 little bit, and it didn't seem to very much so i then pressed harder and the car did not stop resulting in hitting the vehicle in front of me, passenger side mirror defroster inop, lack of power when shifting into 1, 2, and 3rd gear, finally get power when going about 60mph, e-brake would stick and could not get it down, when put into reverse, it would pop out of gear,.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN HILLS, AR. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Visibility Defroster/defogger System

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Review #706080

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM . 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 little bit, and it didn't seem to very much so i then pressed harder and the car did not stop resulting in hitting the vehicle in front of me, passenger side mirror defroster inop, lack of power when shifting into 1, 2, and 3rd gear, finally get power when going about 60mph, e-brake would stick and could not get it down, when put into reverse, it would pop out of gear,.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN HILLS, AR. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Vehicle Speed Control Review #706082

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . no summary.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Air Bags

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Air Bags Review #706082

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . no summary.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices Review #706082

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES . no summary.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body Review #609958

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 1998.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . glove box door out of order. yh.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAB81E1WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 1998. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc. Review #609958

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 1998.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. . radio out of order. yh.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAB81E1WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 1998. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Review #712915

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM . 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 apart. i have taken to the dealership on repeated occassions and have not to date had this problem fixed. i have contacted volkswagen and the bbb. i would like to know if there have been similiar compliants with either this vehicle (cabrio or golf)? recalls? technical bulletins?.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E6WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in HAYWARD, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Power Train Automatic Transmission

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #712915

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 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 apart. i have taken to the dealership on repeated occassions and have not to date had this problem fixed. i have contacted volkswagen and the bbb. i would like to know if there have been similiar compliants with either this vehicle (cabrio or golf)? recalls? technical bulletins?.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E6WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in HAYWARD, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Air Bags Frontal

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Air Bags Frontal Review #855838

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Jan 24, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . 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.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAB81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in HOTSHKISS, CO. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Air Bags Frontal Review #855838

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Jan 24, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . 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.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAB81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in HOTSHKISS, CO. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Seat Belts Front Retractor

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Seat Belts Front Retractor Review #855838

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Jan 24, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR . 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.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAB81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in HOTSHKISS, CO. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body Roof And Pillars

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body Roof And Pillars Review #718794

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on July 20, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS . dealership did not remove shipping cover tabs from convertible top, causing black marks on vinyl top, and major water leakage.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAA81E5WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in LAWRENCEVILLE, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Electrical System Ignition Switch

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #865957

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . while driving headlights cut off and on and so did the windshield wipers. dealer said it was due to ignition switch. *ak.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #897162

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . 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.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):FILL IN PLE. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in MCDONALD, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Tires

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Tires Review #757120

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with TIRES . 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 within 10 seconds. this has happened on three original tires with these weights.*ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E2WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in TALLMADGE, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body Roof And Pillars

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body Roof And Pillars Review #764141

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS . 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 same problem. all these 98 cabrios were manufactured at the volkswagen de mexico plant between 11/97 and 10/98 and have all exhibited the same problems after exposure to the weather and the sun. vw told me when i purchased my car that the top would be good for over 150,000 miles and i was recently told my a vinyl manufacturer that the material vw uses on the cabrios should last at least 10 years. the pobrlem is not simply an aesthetic issue. many owners tops have begun to rip and the glass in the back of the top is coming out. even my top has begun to tear. chemical experts say something that was used on the top during production has caused the polymers to leech out of the pvc in the vinyl with exposure to sunlight. and as the vinyl continues to weaken we have less material keeping out weather conditions. in addition, in the event of an accident the top will not provide any barrier for dirvers and passengers. this is a serious issue . i eventually went to my local dealership, seacoast vw, and they looked the car over as did the vw district manager and they offered me 50 percent towards the top reaplacement. so i would have to pay $600 out of my pocket for a defect that originated with vw. i have various and numerous documneted info of the problem, which i can provide you with if needed. thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAA81E9WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in PORTSMOUTH, NH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 2098. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner Review #566623

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . air conditioner failed, dealer stated that the clutch relay unit was the problem. *slc.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E5WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in HALF MOON BAY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 1998. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Review #566623

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . 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.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E5WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in HALF MOON BAY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 1998. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Electrical System Battery

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Electrical System Battery Review #566623

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on June 25, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY . vehicle would not crank, dealer stated the battery had failed. *slc.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E5WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in HALF MOON BAY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 1998. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body Roof And Pillars

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body Roof And Pillars Review #566623

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS . 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 stated they will pay for half of the repair costs, consumer feels they should be for 100 percent. *slc.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E5WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in HALF MOON BAY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 1998. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body Review #10028751

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . 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.Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Vehicle was purchased on May 15, 2000. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BOB LEWIS .

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #10032947

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Jan 30, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . 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 goes up and then goes back down on its own. you must hold the up button for the window for it to go all the way up when its suppose to be an automatic up automatic down window.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in MALIBU, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 10, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: COMMONWEALTH VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 714 565 7500 . DEALER'S CITY: SANTA ANA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92705 .

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Review #10032947

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Jan 30, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . 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 goes up and then goes back down on its own. you must hold the up button for the window for it to go all the way up when its suppose to be an automatic up automatic down window.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in MALIBU, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 10, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: COMMONWEALTH VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 714 565 7500 . DEALER'S CITY: SANTA ANA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92705 .

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Communications Back Up Alarm

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Communications Back Up Alarm Review #10032947

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Jan 30, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with COMMUNICATIONS:BACK UP ALARM . 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 goes up and then goes back down on its own. you must hold the up button for the window for it to go all the way up when its suppose to be an automatic up automatic down window.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in MALIBU, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 10, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: COMMONWEALTH VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 714 565 7500 . DEALER'S CITY: SANTA ANA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92705 .

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings Review #10066129

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS . in ref to nhtsa campaign id number : 02v026000 the vw dealer in indianapolis refuses to acknowledge the existance 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 3vwaa81eowm804991 is included. how can i get vw to honor the recall?.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAA81E0WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 05, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: TOM WOOD VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 317-848-8888 . DEALER'S CITY: INDIANAPOLIS . DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 46240 .

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10072938

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . 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 requesting that they provide a resolution or extend the warrantee beyond 100000 miles. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in TAMPA, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 09, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: LINDELL VW . DEALER'S CITY: TAMPA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Electrical System

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Electrical System Review #10088869

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Aug 29, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 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 removing the keys did not shut off radio. driving suddenly became dangerous and nearly impossible as the noise was deafening and totally distracting. i could not hear my teenage son in the seat next to me (not necessarily a bad thing)... but could see well enough that he was laughing his head off (an annoying irriatation that did not help!) :) after 15 - 20 minutes and some miles of tortured driving, the radio went silent on it' s own. 3) no corrective action taken yet. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAA81EXWM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in MASON, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 22, 1998. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:U. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: MUNCIE VW LTD, INC. . DEALER'S CITY: MUNCIE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 47303 .

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Visibility Sun Roof Assembly

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Visibility Sun Roof Assembly Review #10093640

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY . 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.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAA81E7WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in ROCHESTER, NY. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 26, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: DORSHEL . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 585 321 4017 . DEALER'S CITY: ROCHESTER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body Roof And Pillars

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Body Roof And Pillars Review #10101500

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Nov 22, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS . 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 car of different years was recalled. consumer found many complaints of same tear/rip in rag at same spot. the material the roof was made off distintegrated a sa few years went by. the vehicle was noisy and potentially dangerous by not having a secure roof. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E0WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in KEY LARGO, FL. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 2001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: MARONEE . DEALER'S CITY: MIAMI . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10106868

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Dec 03, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . 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.Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81E9WM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in CHESTER, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BROWNS VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 804-379-7283 . DEALER'S CITY: RICHMOND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23235 .

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Power Train Automatic Transmission

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10116479

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Mar 06, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 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 is 7 years old).*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 46000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 18, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Frame And Members

Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Structure Frame And Members Review #10290674

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1998, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS . 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 vehicle was examined by an auto repair shop and their conclusion was that the front windshield was no longer safe enough to protect the occupants in the event of a roll over since the frame had rusted out. the support was a structural issue and a vehicles frame should not rust out.(lawyer wrote in on behalf of client) *jb .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBA81EXWM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 problem was reported in PARK RIDGE, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. DEALER'S NAME: A&L AUTOBODY INC . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 847-991-5620 . DEALER'S CITY: PALATINE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 60074 .


Volkswagen Cabrio 1998 Systems


Air Bags 2 Review(s)

Air Bags Frontal 2 Review(s)

Communications Back Up Alarm 1 Review(s)

Electrical System 1 Review(s)

Electrical System Battery 1 Review(s)

Electrical System Ignition Switch 2 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling Engine 2 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System 1 Review(s)

Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner 1 Review(s)

Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc. 1 Review(s)

Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 1 Review(s)

Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch 1 Review(s)

Parking Brake Conventional 1 Review(s)

Power Train Automatic Transmission 2 Review(s)

Power Train Clutch Assembly 2 Review(s)

Seat Belts Front Retractor 1 Review(s)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock 2 Review(s)

Structure Body 2 Review(s)

Structure Body Roof And Pillars 4 Review(s)

Structure Frame And Members 1 Review(s)

Tires 1 Review(s)

Vehicle Speed Control 1 Review(s)

Visibility Defroster/defogger System 1 Review(s)

Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls 2 Review(s)

Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices 1 Review(s)

Visibility Sun Roof Assembly 1 Review(s)



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