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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Vehicle Speed Control

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #856029

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . CRUISE CONTROL, ACCORDING TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL, READS THAT THE VEHICLE IS SURPOSE TO HAVE 4 FUNCTIONS; SET THE SPEED, /O RESUME THE SPEED/ TO ACCELERATE, AND TO SLOW DOWN. WHEN HOLDING THE SET BUTTON IN, IT'S SUPPOSE TO SLOW DOWN, BUT INSTEAD, IT ACCELERATES. THIS CAUSES THE CONSUMER TO ALMOST REAR END SOMEONE. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER , AND THEY SAID THE CAR WAS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. *AK .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWDB61E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in JUPITER, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner Report #719938

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 08, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . I HAD OWNED THE VEHICLE FOR EXACTLY ONE MONTH WHEN THE A/C BEGAN TO NOT WORK. I SENT IT IN TO BE FIXED AND EXACTLY 1 WEEK LATER IT WAS BACK B/C THE A/C WAS NOT WORKING AGAIN. I ALSO HAD THE VEHICLE IN THE SHOP TWICE B/C OF THE BRAKES. THERE WERE OTHER SMALL PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR IN BETWEEN THOSE VISITS. ALTHOUGH THE CAR HAS HIGH MILEAGE, THAT SHOULD NOT AFFECT THE PROBLEMS WHICH I HAVE HAD. I HAVE NOT OWNED THE CAR FOR 1 YR AND FEEL AS THOUGH I HAVE HAD WAY TOO MANY PROBLEMS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E1XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ABINGTON, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #719938

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 08, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . I HAD OWNED THE VEHICLE FOR EXACTLY ONE MONTH WHEN THE A/C BEGAN TO NOT WORK. I SENT IT IN TO BE FIXED AND EXACTLY 1 WEEK LATER IT WAS BACK B/C THE A/C WAS NOT WORKING AGAIN. I ALSO HAD THE VEHICLE IN THE SHOP TWICE B/C OF THE BRAKES. THERE WERE OTHER SMALL PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR IN BETWEEN THOSE VISITS. ALTHOUGH THE CAR HAS HIGH MILEAGE, THAT SHOULD NOT AFFECT THE PROBLEMS WHICH I HAVE HAD. I HAVE NOT OWNED THE CAR FOR 1 YR AND FEEL AS THOUGH I HAVE HAD WAY TOO MANY PROBLEMS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E1XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ABINGTON, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Power Train Clutch Assembly Pedal/linkage

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Power Train Clutch Assembly Pedal/linkage Report #873723

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/LINKAGE . WHEN DEPRESSING CLUTCH PEDAL IT WILL GET STUCK ON VEHICLE RUG. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in FEARNDALE, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Report #875527

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOWS GO UP AND DOWN INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE LOCKS WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND ALARM SYSTEMS ARE NOT OPERABLE. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E5XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in NEWPORTS NEWS, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Structure Body Door

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Structure Body Door Report #875527

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOWS GO UP AND DOWN INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE LOCKS WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND ALARM SYSTEMS ARE NOT OPERABLE. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E5XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in NEWPORTS NEWS, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Steering Column Locking Anti-theft Device

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Steering Column Locking Anti-theft Device Report #875527

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE . PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOWS GO UP AND DOWN INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE LOCKS WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND ALARM SYSTEMS ARE NOT OPERABLE. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E5XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in NEWPORTS NEWS, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #892830

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 19, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . WHILE ENTERING A FREEWAY AT 40 MPH VEHICLE DIED, AND CONSUMER COASTED TO SIDE OF ROAD. CONSUMER RESTARTED, AND VEHICLE TOOK OFF. TOOK TO DEALER , AND THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THAT PROBLEM. ON 06/23/01, VEHICLE DIED AT 25 MPH. TOOK BACK TO DEALER, AND THEY STILL COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. ON JULY 3, 2001 VEHICLE DIED AGAIN WHILE TRAVELING AT 15 MPH. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in CAMARILLO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System Ignition

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Ignition Report #750545

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 18, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . VEHICLE CONTINUES TO SHUT DOWN IN MOVING TRAFFIC. IT'S BEEN AT THE DEALER 6 TIMES, FOR UP TO 7 DAYS AT A TIME AND THEY HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO DUPLICATE CONCERN OR DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. I FEEL IT'S A REAL SAFETY ISSUE WHEN THE CAR SHUTS DOWN IN MOVING TRAFFIC WITH NO WARNING. CAR STARTS UP AFTER COMPLETELY STOPPING, PUTTING IT IN PARK TURNING THE IGNITION OFF AND RESTARTING IT. THERE ARE NO WARNING SIGNS. THE PROBLEM APPEARS TO BE IN THE ELECTRICAL BECAUSE THE CAR LOOSES ALL POWER. NO LIGHTS ON THE DASH, NO POWER STEERING ETC. WHAT IS A REASONABLE LENGHT OF TIME FOR THIS TO BE CORRECTED?*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWDB61E8XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in CAMARILLO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990901. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Seat Belts Front Retractor

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Seat Belts Front Retractor Report #897098

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR . FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT RELEASE. CONSUMER HAS TO MAKE ALL PASSENGERS SIT IN BACK OF VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System Wiring Interior/under Dash

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under Dash Report #760457

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 10, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH . 99 VW CABRIO CAUGHT FIRE NEXT TO THE FIREWALL. VW WILL NOT INVESTIGATE THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE DUE TO THE EXPENSE. THIS IS A LEASE VEHICLE ONLY 2000 MILES OUT OF WARRENTY AND VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOT STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT. VOLKSWAGEN SAID IF YOU SMOKE A CIGARETTE WITH THE WINDOWS DOWN AND USE THE ASHTRAY, ASHES CAN BLOW INTO THE DASH AND CAUSE FIRE. THE FIREMEN SAID THEY HAD NEVER SEEN INSULATION BURN LIKE IT DID ON THIS VOLKSWAGEN. THIS CAR LEFT US STRANDED 1000 MILES FROM HOME ON A FREEWAY WHILE ON VACATION. MY DAUGHTER'S LIFE WAS PUT IN GREAT DANGER AS THE CAR CAME CLOSE TO BLOWING UP. VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOT STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT IN THIS CASE. *AK.Vehicle was on fire. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWDB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, KY. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20990701. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Other

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Other Report #785916

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 10, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with OTHER . VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE DASHBOARD AREA WHILE DRIVING. *JG .Vehicle was on fire. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWDB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, KY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 19990726. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Structure Body Door

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Structure Body Door Report #764004

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 30, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . BOTH SIDE DOOR MOULDINGS ADHESIVE FAILED. REPORTED TO VOLKSWAGON AND WAS ADVISED THAT IT HAPPENS A LOT. THEY SAID THEY CHARGE AT LEAST $100.00 FOR REPAIRS. THIS IS A MANUFACTURERS DEFECT THAT COULD BE HAZARDOUS SINCE FAILURE OCCURS ON THE ADHESIVE DURING DRIVING AND COULD INJURE SOMEONE.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E5XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ROBBINSVILLE, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on 20001201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #8015107

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 12, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . WHILE DRIVING AT 10MPH ON A FLAT SURFACE ENGINE HAD STALLED AND CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE PROV. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in JACKSOVILLE, NC. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Air Bags

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Air Bags Report #8017990

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 23, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . WHILE DRIVING 35MPH, THE VEHICLE ENCOUNTERED ANOTHER VEHICLE ATTEMPTING TO CROSS OVER. THE DRIVER THEN SWIPED THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE OF THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE. NEITHER AIR BAGS DEPLOYED FROM THE IMPACT. THE ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF DAMAGE AT THIS TIME IS $6,000.00. *JB CONSUMER STATED THAT BEFORE THE ACCIDENT THE AIR BAG WAS REPAIRED. *YH.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61EZXM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in PHOENIX, AZ. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000307. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Structure

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Structure Report #10005275

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 30, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE . BEIGE CONVERTABLE TOP DISCOLORING AND DETERATING. TEARING AROUND REAR WINDOW AND TURNING A RUST COLOR..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAB81EXXM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in BARRINGTON, NH. Vehicle was purchased on 20010930. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BOURNIVAL . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 4318900 . DEALER'S CITY: PORTSMOUTH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 03801 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Seat Belts

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Seat Belts Report #10013682

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 29, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SEAT BELTS . CONVERTIBLE TOP ACCUMULATING SOME KIND OF BLACK SUBSTANCE THAT HARDENS AND CANNOT BE REMOVED. AT THE THREE YEAR MARK, THE CAR JUST BEGAN TO DETERIORATE VERY QUICKLY. TIMING BELT, CONVERTIBLE STOPPED WORKING, ABS BRAKES KICK IN WHEN NOT SUPPOSED TO, EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 40K MILES. KEY LOCK BUTTON FELL OUT, CANNOT GET IT TO STAY IN. SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY FELL APART. INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES NOT MADE WELL, LOOSENED AND FEEL AS IF THEY MAY FALL OFF. CD CHANGER HAS NEVER WORKED PROPERLY. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in VERNON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990430. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BILL BARRY VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S CITY: WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Report #10013682

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 29, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . CONVERTIBLE TOP ACCUMULATING SOME KIND OF BLACK SUBSTANCE THAT HARDENS AND CANNOT BE REMOVED. AT THE THREE YEAR MARK, THE CAR JUST BEGAN TO DETERIORATE VERY QUICKLY. TIMING BELT, CONVERTIBLE STOPPED WORKING, ABS BRAKES KICK IN WHEN NOT SUPPOSED TO, EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 40K MILES. KEY LOCK BUTTON FELL OUT, CANNOT GET IT TO STAY IN. SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY FELL APART. INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES NOT MADE WELL, LOOSENED AND FEEL AS IF THEY MAY FALL OFF. CD CHANGER HAS NEVER WORKED PROPERLY. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in VERNON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990430. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BILL BARRY VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S CITY: WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Report #10013682

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 29, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . CONVERTIBLE TOP ACCUMULATING SOME KIND OF BLACK SUBSTANCE THAT HARDENS AND CANNOT BE REMOVED. AT THE THREE YEAR MARK, THE CAR JUST BEGAN TO DETERIORATE VERY QUICKLY. TIMING BELT, CONVERTIBLE STOPPED WORKING, ABS BRAKES KICK IN WHEN NOT SUPPOSED TO, EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 40K MILES. KEY LOCK BUTTON FELL OUT, CANNOT GET IT TO STAY IN. SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY FELL APART. INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES NOT MADE WELL, LOOSENED AND FEEL AS IF THEY MAY FALL OFF. CD CHANGER HAS NEVER WORKED PROPERLY. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in VERNON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990430. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BILL BARRY VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S CITY: WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10013682

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 29, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . CONVERTIBLE TOP ACCUMULATING SOME KIND OF BLACK SUBSTANCE THAT HARDENS AND CANNOT BE REMOVED. AT THE THREE YEAR MARK, THE CAR JUST BEGAN TO DETERIORATE VERY QUICKLY. TIMING BELT, CONVERTIBLE STOPPED WORKING, ABS BRAKES KICK IN WHEN NOT SUPPOSED TO, EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 40K MILES. KEY LOCK BUTTON FELL OUT, CANNOT GET IT TO STAY IN. SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY FELL APART. INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES NOT MADE WELL, LOOSENED AND FEEL AS IF THEY MAY FALL OFF. CD CHANGER HAS NEVER WORKED PROPERLY. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in VERNON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990430. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BILL BARRY VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S CITY: WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #10013682

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 29, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . CONVERTIBLE TOP ACCUMULATING SOME KIND OF BLACK SUBSTANCE THAT HARDENS AND CANNOT BE REMOVED. AT THE THREE YEAR MARK, THE CAR JUST BEGAN TO DETERIORATE VERY QUICKLY. TIMING BELT, CONVERTIBLE STOPPED WORKING, ABS BRAKES KICK IN WHEN NOT SUPPOSED TO, EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 40K MILES. KEY LOCK BUTTON FELL OUT, CANNOT GET IT TO STAY IN. SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY FELL APART. INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES NOT MADE WELL, LOOSENED AND FEEL AS IF THEY MAY FALL OFF. CD CHANGER HAS NEVER WORKED PROPERLY. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in VERNON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990430. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BILL BARRY VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S CITY: WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc. Report #10013682

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 29, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. . CONVERTIBLE TOP ACCUMULATING SOME KIND OF BLACK SUBSTANCE THAT HARDENS AND CANNOT BE REMOVED. AT THE THREE YEAR MARK, THE CAR JUST BEGAN TO DETERIORATE VERY QUICKLY. TIMING BELT, CONVERTIBLE STOPPED WORKING, ABS BRAKES KICK IN WHEN NOT SUPPOSED TO, EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 40K MILES. KEY LOCK BUTTON FELL OUT, CANNOT GET IT TO STAY IN. SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY FELL APART. INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES NOT MADE WELL, LOOSENED AND FEEL AS IF THEY MAY FALL OFF. CD CHANGER HAS NEVER WORKED PROPERLY. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in VERNON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990430. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BILL BARRY VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S CITY: WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Structure

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Structure Report #10013682

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 29, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE . CONVERTIBLE TOP ACCUMULATING SOME KIND OF BLACK SUBSTANCE THAT HARDENS AND CANNOT BE REMOVED. AT THE THREE YEAR MARK, THE CAR JUST BEGAN TO DETERIORATE VERY QUICKLY. TIMING BELT, CONVERTIBLE STOPPED WORKING, ABS BRAKES KICK IN WHEN NOT SUPPOSED TO, EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 40K MILES. KEY LOCK BUTTON FELL OUT, CANNOT GET IT TO STAY IN. SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY FELL APART. INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES NOT MADE WELL, LOOSENED AND FEEL AS IF THEY MAY FALL OFF. CD CHANGER HAS NEVER WORKED PROPERLY. *NLM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in VERNON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990430. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BILL BARRY VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S CITY: WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System Battery

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Battery Report #10041605

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY . BATTERY LITERALLY EXPLODED UPON TURNING THE IGNITION KEY. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 32000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAB81E1XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ATLANTA, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981015. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: JIM ELLIS VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 7704586811 . DEALER'S CITY: ATLANTA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 30341 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Report #10063883

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 24, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON & STAYS ON, AS DOES THE ABS LIGHT, THE DRIVERS SEAT HEATER SHORTED OUT, THE CARS BATTERY EXPLOADED, THE DRIVERS POWER WINDOW MALFUNCTIONS, THE VOLUME CONTROL ON THE RADIO HAS A MALFUNCTION, THE HYDROLIC PUMP FOR AUTOMATIC TOP MALFUNCTIONED & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS SOME OTHER MORE MINOR PROBLEMS. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB61E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in NORTH PORT, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20000310. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control Report #10063883

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 24, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL . THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON & STAYS ON, AS DOES THE ABS LIGHT, THE DRIVERS SEAT HEATER SHORTED OUT, THE CARS BATTERY EXPLOADED, THE DRIVERS POWER WINDOW MALFUNCTIONS, THE VOLUME CONTROL ON THE RADIO HAS A MALFUNCTION, THE HYDROLIC PUMP FOR AUTOMATIC TOP MALFUNCTIONED & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS SOME OTHER MORE MINOR PROBLEMS. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB61E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in NORTH PORT, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20000310. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Report #10063883

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 24, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM . THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON & STAYS ON, AS DOES THE ABS LIGHT, THE DRIVERS SEAT HEATER SHORTED OUT, THE CARS BATTERY EXPLOADED, THE DRIVERS POWER WINDOW MALFUNCTIONS, THE VOLUME CONTROL ON THE RADIO HAS A MALFUNCTION, THE HYDROLIC PUMP FOR AUTOMATIC TOP MALFUNCTIONED & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS SOME OTHER MORE MINOR PROBLEMS. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB61E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in NORTH PORT, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20000310. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Seats Front Assembly Seat Heater/cooler

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Seats Front Assembly Seat Heater/cooler Report #10063883

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 24, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER . THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON & STAYS ON, AS DOES THE ABS LIGHT, THE DRIVERS SEAT HEATER SHORTED OUT, THE CARS BATTERY EXPLOADED, THE DRIVERS POWER WINDOW MALFUNCTIONS, THE VOLUME CONTROL ON THE RADIO HAS A MALFUNCTION, THE HYDROLIC PUMP FOR AUTOMATIC TOP MALFUNCTIONED & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS SOME OTHER MORE MINOR PROBLEMS. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB61E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in NORTH PORT, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20000310. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Report #10063883

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 24, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON & STAYS ON, AS DOES THE ABS LIGHT, THE DRIVERS SEAT HEATER SHORTED OUT, THE CARS BATTERY EXPLOADED, THE DRIVERS POWER WINDOW MALFUNCTIONS, THE VOLUME CONTROL ON THE RADIO HAS A MALFUNCTION, THE HYDROLIC PUMP FOR AUTOMATIC TOP MALFUNCTIONED & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS SOME OTHER MORE MINOR PROBLEMS. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB61E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in NORTH PORT, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20000310. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System Wiring

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Wiring Report #10063883

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 24, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING . THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON & STAYS ON, AS DOES THE ABS LIGHT, THE DRIVERS SEAT HEATER SHORTED OUT, THE CARS BATTERY EXPLOADED, THE DRIVERS POWER WINDOW MALFUNCTIONS, THE VOLUME CONTROL ON THE RADIO HAS A MALFUNCTION, THE HYDROLIC PUMP FOR AUTOMATIC TOP MALFUNCTIONED & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS SOME OTHER MORE MINOR PROBLEMS. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB61E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in NORTH PORT, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20000310. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Service Brakes, Air Antilock Abs Warning Light

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Service Brakes, Air Antilock Abs Warning Light Report #10063883

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 24, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT . THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON & STAYS ON, AS DOES THE ABS LIGHT, THE DRIVERS SEAT HEATER SHORTED OUT, THE CARS BATTERY EXPLOADED, THE DRIVERS POWER WINDOW MALFUNCTIONS, THE VOLUME CONTROL ON THE RADIO HAS A MALFUNCTION, THE HYDROLIC PUMP FOR AUTOMATIC TOP MALFUNCTIONED & NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS SOME OTHER MORE MINOR PROBLEMS. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB61E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in NORTH PORT, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20000310. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Vehicle Speed Control

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10075055

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 03, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . GAUGE CLUSTER MALFUNCTIONED, RESULTING IN NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACHOMETER. THIS RESULTS IN HAVING TO GUESS YOUR SPEED. THE ONLY CORRECTION IS REPLACEMENT OF THE ENTIRE GAUGE CLUSTER AND THE ODOMETER CANNOT BE RESET. THIS IS THE SECOND REPLACEMENT IN 12 MONTHS.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 45000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in TUCSON, AZ. Vehicle was purchased on 20020425. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Fuel System, Other Storage Fuel Gauge System

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Fuel System, Other Storage Fuel Gauge System Report #10075055

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 03, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM . GAUGE CLUSTER MALFUNCTIONED, RESULTING IN NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACHOMETER. THIS RESULTS IN HAVING TO GUESS YOUR SPEED. THE ONLY CORRECTION IS REPLACEMENT OF THE ENTIRE GAUGE CLUSTER AND THE ODOMETER CANNOT BE RESET. THIS IS THE SECOND REPLACEMENT IN 12 MONTHS.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 45000 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in TUCSON, AZ. Vehicle was purchased on 20020425. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control Report #10081002

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 31, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL . ABOUT THREE MONTHS AFTER THE PURCHASE OF A NEW 1999 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO THE ENTIRE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT QUIT WORKING. IN JULY 2001 THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE WENT BAD. THREE YEARS LATER, THE CABLE HAS GONE BAD AGAIN. IN OCTOBER OF 2001 A COMPUTER CHIP WENT BAD AND THE CAR WOULDN'T START. IN JANUARY 2003 THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE HAD TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION TO THOSE PROBLEMS, THERE ARE A NUMBER OF OTHER PROBLEMS SUCH AS THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT COMING ON AND STAYING ON BUT NO ONE CAN FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR. BUTTONS, LIKE THE LOCK BUTTON, FALL OFF THE CAR. MY TAILLIGHTS FREQUENTLY GO OUT AND COME BACK ON BY THEMSELVES BUT NO ONE CAN FIND A LOOSE WIRE. THE CAR WAS IN AN ACCIDENT IN JANUARY 2004. THE AUTO SHOP ORDERED PARTS AND THEY DIDN'T FIT. IT TURNS OUT EVEN THOUGH THE CAR IS A 1999, THERE ARE SOME 2000 PARTS ON IT. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in SHARPSVILLE, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990726. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: KING CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH DODGE VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 724-654-7761 . DEALER'S CITY: NEW CASTLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 16101 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Report #10081002

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 31, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . ABOUT THREE MONTHS AFTER THE PURCHASE OF A NEW 1999 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO THE ENTIRE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT QUIT WORKING. IN JULY 2001 THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE WENT BAD. THREE YEARS LATER, THE CABLE HAS GONE BAD AGAIN. IN OCTOBER OF 2001 A COMPUTER CHIP WENT BAD AND THE CAR WOULDN'T START. IN JANUARY 2003 THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE HAD TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION TO THOSE PROBLEMS, THERE ARE A NUMBER OF OTHER PROBLEMS SUCH AS THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT COMING ON AND STAYING ON BUT NO ONE CAN FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR. BUTTONS, LIKE THE LOCK BUTTON, FALL OFF THE CAR. MY TAILLIGHTS FREQUENTLY GO OUT AND COME BACK ON BY THEMSELVES BUT NO ONE CAN FIND A LOOSE WIRE. THE CAR WAS IN AN ACCIDENT IN JANUARY 2004. THE AUTO SHOP ORDERED PARTS AND THEY DIDN'T FIT. IT TURNS OUT EVEN THOUGH THE CAR IS A 1999, THERE ARE SOME 2000 PARTS ON IT. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in SHARPSVILLE, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990726. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: KING CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH DODGE VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 724-654-7761 . DEALER'S CITY: NEW CASTLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 16101 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10081002

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 31, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . ABOUT THREE MONTHS AFTER THE PURCHASE OF A NEW 1999 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO THE ENTIRE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT QUIT WORKING. IN JULY 2001 THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE WENT BAD. THREE YEARS LATER, THE CABLE HAS GONE BAD AGAIN. IN OCTOBER OF 2001 A COMPUTER CHIP WENT BAD AND THE CAR WOULDN'T START. IN JANUARY 2003 THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE HAD TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION TO THOSE PROBLEMS, THERE ARE A NUMBER OF OTHER PROBLEMS SUCH AS THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT COMING ON AND STAYING ON BUT NO ONE CAN FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR. BUTTONS, LIKE THE LOCK BUTTON, FALL OFF THE CAR. MY TAILLIGHTS FREQUENTLY GO OUT AND COME BACK ON BY THEMSELVES BUT NO ONE CAN FIND A LOOSE WIRE. THE CAR WAS IN AN ACCIDENT IN JANUARY 2004. THE AUTO SHOP ORDERED PARTS AND THEY DIDN'T FIT. IT TURNS OUT EVEN THOUGH THE CAR IS A 1999, THERE ARE SOME 2000 PARTS ON IT. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in SHARPSVILLE, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990726. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: KING CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH DODGE VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 724-654-7761 . DEALER'S CITY: NEW CASTLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 16101 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Parking Brake

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Parking Brake Report #10081002

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 31, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with PARKING BRAKE . ABOUT THREE MONTHS AFTER THE PURCHASE OF A NEW 1999 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO THE ENTIRE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT QUIT WORKING. IN JULY 2001 THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE WENT BAD. THREE YEARS LATER, THE CABLE HAS GONE BAD AGAIN. IN OCTOBER OF 2001 A COMPUTER CHIP WENT BAD AND THE CAR WOULDN'T START. IN JANUARY 2003 THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE HAD TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION TO THOSE PROBLEMS, THERE ARE A NUMBER OF OTHER PROBLEMS SUCH AS THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT COMING ON AND STAYING ON BUT NO ONE CAN FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR. BUTTONS, LIKE THE LOCK BUTTON, FALL OFF THE CAR. MY TAILLIGHTS FREQUENTLY GO OUT AND COME BACK ON BY THEMSELVES BUT NO ONE CAN FIND A LOOSE WIRE. THE CAR WAS IN AN ACCIDENT IN JANUARY 2004. THE AUTO SHOP ORDERED PARTS AND THEY DIDN'T FIT. IT TURNS OUT EVEN THOUGH THE CAR IS A 1999, THERE ARE SOME 2000 PARTS ON IT. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in SHARPSVILLE, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990726. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: KING CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH DODGE VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 724-654-7761 . DEALER'S CITY: NEW CASTLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 16101 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Report #10081002

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 31, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM . ABOUT THREE MONTHS AFTER THE PURCHASE OF A NEW 1999 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO THE ENTIRE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT QUIT WORKING. IN JULY 2001 THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE WENT BAD. THREE YEARS LATER, THE CABLE HAS GONE BAD AGAIN. IN OCTOBER OF 2001 A COMPUTER CHIP WENT BAD AND THE CAR WOULDN'T START. IN JANUARY 2003 THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE HAD TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION TO THOSE PROBLEMS, THERE ARE A NUMBER OF OTHER PROBLEMS SUCH AS THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT COMING ON AND STAYING ON BUT NO ONE CAN FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR. BUTTONS, LIKE THE LOCK BUTTON, FALL OFF THE CAR. MY TAILLIGHTS FREQUENTLY GO OUT AND COME BACK ON BY THEMSELVES BUT NO ONE CAN FIND A LOOSE WIRE. THE CAR WAS IN AN ACCIDENT IN JANUARY 2004. THE AUTO SHOP ORDERED PARTS AND THEY DIDN'T FIT. IT TURNS OUT EVEN THOUGH THE CAR IS A 1999, THERE ARE SOME 2000 PARTS ON IT. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in SHARPSVILLE, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990726. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: KING CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH DODGE VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 724-654-7761 . DEALER'S CITY: NEW CASTLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 16101 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Exterior Lighting Tail Lights

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Exterior Lighting Tail Lights Report #10081002

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 31, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS . ABOUT THREE MONTHS AFTER THE PURCHASE OF A NEW 1999 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO THE ENTIRE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT QUIT WORKING. IN JULY 2001 THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE WENT BAD. THREE YEARS LATER, THE CABLE HAS GONE BAD AGAIN. IN OCTOBER OF 2001 A COMPUTER CHIP WENT BAD AND THE CAR WOULDN'T START. IN JANUARY 2003 THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE HAD TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION TO THOSE PROBLEMS, THERE ARE A NUMBER OF OTHER PROBLEMS SUCH AS THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT COMING ON AND STAYING ON BUT NO ONE CAN FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR. BUTTONS, LIKE THE LOCK BUTTON, FALL OFF THE CAR. MY TAILLIGHTS FREQUENTLY GO OUT AND COME BACK ON BY THEMSELVES BUT NO ONE CAN FIND A LOOSE WIRE. THE CAR WAS IN AN ACCIDENT IN JANUARY 2004. THE AUTO SHOP ORDERED PARTS AND THEY DIDN'T FIT. IT TURNS OUT EVEN THOUGH THE CAR IS A 1999, THERE ARE SOME 2000 PARTS ON IT. *LA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 400 miles. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in SHARPSVILLE, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990726. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: KING CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH DODGE VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 724-654-7761 . DEALER'S CITY: NEW CASTLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 16101 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #10086807

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 12, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . LESS THAN A MONTH AFTER I BOUGHT MY CAR, THE BRAKES NEEDED REPLACEMENT. LESS THAN A MONTH AFTER THAT INCIDENT, MY BRAKES AGAIN NEEDED REPLACEMENT. TWO MONTHS LATER, MY BRAKES AGAIN NEEDED WORK. MY CAR FAILED ITS YEARLY INSPECTION DUE TO TIE RODS. THE TRANSMISSION AND THE BRAKES CONTINUE TO GIVE ME PROBLEMS.*AK.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in CULPEPER, VA. Vehicle was purchased on 20030227. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: BILL BRITT VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S CITY: FREDERICKSBURG . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Steering Linkages Tie Rod Assembly

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Steering Linkages Tie Rod Assembly Report #10086807

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 12, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY . LESS THAN A MONTH AFTER I BOUGHT MY CAR, THE BRAKES NEEDED REPLACEMENT. LESS THAN A MONTH AFTER THAT INCIDENT, MY BRAKES AGAIN NEEDED REPLACEMENT. TWO MONTHS LATER, MY BRAKES AGAIN NEEDED WORK. MY CAR FAILED ITS YEARLY INSPECTION DUE TO TIE RODS. THE TRANSMISSION AND THE BRAKES CONTINUE TO GIVE ME PROBLEMS.*AK.Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in CULPEPER, VA. Vehicle was purchased on 20030227. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: BILL BRITT VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S CITY: FREDERICKSBURG . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Power Train Automatic Transmission

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10100818

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . I HAVE HAD TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS SINCE THE CAR HAD 8,000 MILES ON IT. YOU PUSH ON THE GAS AND THE CAR GOES JUST ENOUGH TO PUT YOU INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND THEN IT WON'T GO ANYWHERE FOR 3-4 SECONDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON SEVERAL OCCASSIONS. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP TO FIX TWICE AND THEY KEEP TELLING ME IT'S FIXED, BUT IT'S NOT. MY CAR NOW HAS 56,000 MILES ON IT AND IS OUT OF WARRANTY. NO ONE WANTS TO FIX THE PROBLEM.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWDB61E0XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000318. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: STEVEN CREEK VW .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Report #10110780

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . MY CAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STARTED TO FAIL TWO WEEKS AGO. THE DIRECTIONALS, INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEATER DID NOT WORK. I WAS TOLD BY A VW DEALERSHIP IN MA THAT THE CAR ALARM SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND HAS CAUSED THE SWITCHING GEAR AND OTHER VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN MY CAR TO MALFUNCTION. AFTER INFORMING THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE AROUND $1,000.00 I DECIDED TO LOOK INTO THESE ISSUES ONLY TO BE SURPRISED TO FIND THAT MY VW 1999 CABRIO IS NOTORIOUS ALONG WITH ALL OF THE OTHER MAKES OF THE VW LINE TO HAVE FAULTY AND PROBLEMATIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. MY CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY, BUT WAS TOLD, "SORRY THIS IS NOT A COVERED ITEM" THERE ARE VARIOUS RESOURCES OUT THERE TO LEARN THAT OVER AND OVER AGAIN, THIS HAPPENS TO THE CONSUMER OF THEIR CARS. WHEN YOU PAY $35000 FOR A CAR YOU EXPECT IT TO NOT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS LIKE THIS BEFORE 50K MILES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 781-848-6000 . DEALER'S CITY: BRAINTREE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 02184 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers Report #10110780

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS . MY CAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STARTED TO FAIL TWO WEEKS AGO. THE DIRECTIONALS, INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEATER DID NOT WORK. I WAS TOLD BY A VW DEALERSHIP IN MA THAT THE CAR ALARM SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND HAS CAUSED THE SWITCHING GEAR AND OTHER VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN MY CAR TO MALFUNCTION. AFTER INFORMING THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE AROUND $1,000.00 I DECIDED TO LOOK INTO THESE ISSUES ONLY TO BE SURPRISED TO FIND THAT MY VW 1999 CABRIO IS NOTORIOUS ALONG WITH ALL OF THE OTHER MAKES OF THE VW LINE TO HAVE FAULTY AND PROBLEMATIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. MY CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY, BUT WAS TOLD, "SORRY THIS IS NOT A COVERED ITEM" THERE ARE VARIOUS RESOURCES OUT THERE TO LEARN THAT OVER AND OVER AGAIN, THIS HAPPENS TO THE CONSUMER OF THEIR CARS. WHEN YOU PAY $35000 FOR A CAR YOU EXPECT IT TO NOT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS LIKE THIS BEFORE 50K MILES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 781-848-6000 . DEALER'S CITY: BRAINTREE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 02184 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System Ignition Switch

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Ignition Switch Report #10110780

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . MY CAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STARTED TO FAIL TWO WEEKS AGO. THE DIRECTIONALS, INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEATER DID NOT WORK. I WAS TOLD BY A VW DEALERSHIP IN MA THAT THE CAR ALARM SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND HAS CAUSED THE SWITCHING GEAR AND OTHER VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN MY CAR TO MALFUNCTION. AFTER INFORMING THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE AROUND $1,000.00 I DECIDED TO LOOK INTO THESE ISSUES ONLY TO BE SURPRISED TO FIND THAT MY VW 1999 CABRIO IS NOTORIOUS ALONG WITH ALL OF THE OTHER MAKES OF THE VW LINE TO HAVE FAULTY AND PROBLEMATIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. MY CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY, BUT WAS TOLD, "SORRY THIS IS NOT A COVERED ITEM" THERE ARE VARIOUS RESOURCES OUT THERE TO LEARN THAT OVER AND OVER AGAIN, THIS HAPPENS TO THE CONSUMER OF THEIR CARS. WHEN YOU PAY $35000 FOR A CAR YOU EXPECT IT TO NOT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS LIKE THIS BEFORE 50K MILES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 781-848-6000 . DEALER'S CITY: BRAINTREE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 02184 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System Ignition Anti-theft Controller

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Ignition Anti-theft Controller Report #10110780

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER . MY CAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STARTED TO FAIL TWO WEEKS AGO. THE DIRECTIONALS, INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEATER DID NOT WORK. I WAS TOLD BY A VW DEALERSHIP IN MA THAT THE CAR ALARM SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND HAS CAUSED THE SWITCHING GEAR AND OTHER VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN MY CAR TO MALFUNCTION. AFTER INFORMING THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE AROUND $1,000.00 I DECIDED TO LOOK INTO THESE ISSUES ONLY TO BE SURPRISED TO FIND THAT MY VW 1999 CABRIO IS NOTORIOUS ALONG WITH ALL OF THE OTHER MAKES OF THE VW LINE TO HAVE FAULTY AND PROBLEMATIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. MY CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY, BUT WAS TOLD, "SORRY THIS IS NOT A COVERED ITEM" THERE ARE VARIOUS RESOURCES OUT THERE TO LEARN THAT OVER AND OVER AGAIN, THIS HAPPENS TO THE CONSUMER OF THEIR CARS. WHEN YOU PAY $35000 FOR A CAR YOU EXPECT IT TO NOT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS LIKE THIS BEFORE 50K MILES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 781-848-6000 . DEALER'S CITY: BRAINTREE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 02184 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Exterior Lighting Turn Signal Flasher Unit

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal Flasher Unit Report #10110780

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT . MY CAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STARTED TO FAIL TWO WEEKS AGO. THE DIRECTIONALS, INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEATER DID NOT WORK. I WAS TOLD BY A VW DEALERSHIP IN MA THAT THE CAR ALARM SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND HAS CAUSED THE SWITCHING GEAR AND OTHER VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN MY CAR TO MALFUNCTION. AFTER INFORMING THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE AROUND $1,000.00 I DECIDED TO LOOK INTO THESE ISSUES ONLY TO BE SURPRISED TO FIND THAT MY VW 1999 CABRIO IS NOTORIOUS ALONG WITH ALL OF THE OTHER MAKES OF THE VW LINE TO HAVE FAULTY AND PROBLEMATIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. MY CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY, BUT WAS TOLD, "SORRY THIS IS NOT A COVERED ITEM" THERE ARE VARIOUS RESOURCES OUT THERE TO LEARN THAT OVER AND OVER AGAIN, THIS HAPPENS TO THE CONSUMER OF THEIR CARS. WHEN YOU PAY $35000 FOR A CAR YOU EXPECT IT TO NOT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS LIKE THIS BEFORE 50K MILES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 781-848-6000 . DEALER'S CITY: BRAINTREE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 02184 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Visibility Defroster/defogger System Rear Window

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Rear Window Report #10110780

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW . MY CAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STARTED TO FAIL TWO WEEKS AGO. THE DIRECTIONALS, INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEATER DID NOT WORK. I WAS TOLD BY A VW DEALERSHIP IN MA THAT THE CAR ALARM SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND HAS CAUSED THE SWITCHING GEAR AND OTHER VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN MY CAR TO MALFUNCTION. AFTER INFORMING THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE AROUND $1,000.00 I DECIDED TO LOOK INTO THESE ISSUES ONLY TO BE SURPRISED TO FIND THAT MY VW 1999 CABRIO IS NOTORIOUS ALONG WITH ALL OF THE OTHER MAKES OF THE VW LINE TO HAVE FAULTY AND PROBLEMATIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. MY CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY, BUT WAS TOLD, "SORRY THIS IS NOT A COVERED ITEM" THERE ARE VARIOUS RESOURCES OUT THERE TO LEARN THAT OVER AND OVER AGAIN, THIS HAPPENS TO THE CONSUMER OF THEIR CARS. WHEN YOU PAY $35000 FOR A CAR YOU EXPECT IT TO NOT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS LIKE THIS BEFORE 50K MILES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 781-848-6000 . DEALER'S CITY: BRAINTREE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 02184 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Air Bags

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Air Bags Report #10110780

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . MY CAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STARTED TO FAIL TWO WEEKS AGO. THE DIRECTIONALS, INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEATER DID NOT WORK. I WAS TOLD BY A VW DEALERSHIP IN MA THAT THE CAR ALARM SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND HAS CAUSED THE SWITCHING GEAR AND OTHER VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN MY CAR TO MALFUNCTION. AFTER INFORMING THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE AROUND $1,000.00 I DECIDED TO LOOK INTO THESE ISSUES ONLY TO BE SURPRISED TO FIND THAT MY VW 1999 CABRIO IS NOTORIOUS ALONG WITH ALL OF THE OTHER MAKES OF THE VW LINE TO HAVE FAULTY AND PROBLEMATIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. MY CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY, BUT WAS TOLD, "SORRY THIS IS NOT A COVERED ITEM" THERE ARE VARIOUS RESOURCES OUT THERE TO LEARN THAT OVER AND OVER AGAIN, THIS HAPPENS TO THE CONSUMER OF THEIR CARS. WHEN YOU PAY $35000 FOR A CAR YOU EXPECT IT TO NOT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS LIKE THIS BEFORE 50K MILES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 781-848-6000 . DEALER'S CITY: BRAINTREE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 02184 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Exterior Lighting Turn Signal Switch

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal Switch Report #10110780

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH . MY CAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STARTED TO FAIL TWO WEEKS AGO. THE DIRECTIONALS, INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEATER DID NOT WORK. I WAS TOLD BY A VW DEALERSHIP IN MA THAT THE CAR ALARM SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND HAS CAUSED THE SWITCHING GEAR AND OTHER VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN MY CAR TO MALFUNCTION. AFTER INFORMING THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE AROUND $1,000.00 I DECIDED TO LOOK INTO THESE ISSUES ONLY TO BE SURPRISED TO FIND THAT MY VW 1999 CABRIO IS NOTORIOUS ALONG WITH ALL OF THE OTHER MAKES OF THE VW LINE TO HAVE FAULTY AND PROBLEMATIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. MY CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY, BUT WAS TOLD, "SORRY THIS IS NOT A COVERED ITEM" THERE ARE VARIOUS RESOURCES OUT THERE TO LEARN THAT OVER AND OVER AGAIN, THIS HAPPENS TO THE CONSUMER OF THEIR CARS. WHEN YOU PAY $35000 FOR A CAR YOU EXPECT IT TO NOT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS LIKE THIS BEFORE 50K MILES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 781-848-6000 . DEALER'S CITY: BRAINTREE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 02184 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System Ignition Module

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10110780

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . MY CAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STARTED TO FAIL TWO WEEKS AGO. THE DIRECTIONALS, INTERIOR LIGHTS, ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEATER DID NOT WORK. I WAS TOLD BY A VW DEALERSHIP IN MA THAT THE CAR ALARM SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND HAS CAUSED THE SWITCHING GEAR AND OTHER VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN MY CAR TO MALFUNCTION. AFTER INFORMING THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE AROUND $1,000.00 I DECIDED TO LOOK INTO THESE ISSUES ONLY TO BE SURPRISED TO FIND THAT MY VW 1999 CABRIO IS NOTORIOUS ALONG WITH ALL OF THE OTHER MAKES OF THE VW LINE TO HAVE FAULTY AND PROBLEMATIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. MY CAR IS UNDER WARRANTY, BUT WAS TOLD, "SORRY THIS IS NOT A COVERED ITEM" THERE ARE VARIOUS RESOURCES OUT THERE TO LEARN THAT OVER AND OVER AGAIN, THIS HAPPENS TO THE CONSUMER OF THEIR CARS. WHEN YOU PAY $35000 FOR A CAR YOU EXPECT IT TO NOT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS LIKE THIS BEFORE 50K MILES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWCB61E2XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK VOLKSWAGON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 781-848-6000 . DEALER'S CITY: BRAINTREE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 02184 .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings Report #10149186

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 31, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 35MPH IN NORMAL CONDITIONS, THE FUEL LINE FRACTURED. THE RESULT OF THE FAILURE WAS GAS LEAKING WHILE IN MOTION. THE CONTACT NOTICED A GASOLINE SMELL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. UPON ARRIVING AT THE RESIDENCE, THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED AND THE LEAK WAS IDENTIFIED. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY IN ROUTE TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS..Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWAB61E3XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARNOLD, MD. Vehicle was purchased on 20000314. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc. Report #10183792

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. . 1) DUE TO VANDALISM, THE CONVERTIBLE TOP WAS REPLACED BY A REPUTABLE SHOP. I USED THE POWER TOP ONCE AFTER THE REPLACEMENT, THEN FOLLOWING THAT WINTER, THE POWER TOP FAILED. IT WAS BEYOND WARRANTY ACCORDING TO DEALER WHEN I DISCOVERED THE FAILURE. DEALER WANTS $1200 FOR REPLACEMENT. 2) THE 6 CD CHANGER STOPPED WORKING JUST AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 3) CRUISE CONTROL BECAME INTERMITTENT AFTER A THROTTLE BODY REPLACEMENT IN MARCH 2003. DEALER WANTS $800 FOR REPLACEMENT. 4) THE SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER BECAME INTERMITTENT IN SEPT 2003. IT HAS BEEN REMOVED AND THE CONTACTS CLEANED. IT ONLY WORKS ON EXTREMELY COLD MORNINGS, ONLY ON THE FIRST START. ALL OTHER GAUGES WORK ON THE MODULE. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 5) THE RADIO SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING (NO POWER) AFTER HITTING A POTHOLE IN JAN 2004. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 6) THE SMOG PUMP FAILED DEC 2005, AND CHARRED THE HARNESS WIRING. IT WAS REPLACED WITH A SALVAGED SMOG PUMP BY REPUTABLE REPAIR SHOP. DEALER WANTED $1000 FOR REPLACEMENT. *NM .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 33000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in RALEIGH, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981106. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Vehicle Speed Control

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10183792

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 1) DUE TO VANDALISM, THE CONVERTIBLE TOP WAS REPLACED BY A REPUTABLE SHOP. I USED THE POWER TOP ONCE AFTER THE REPLACEMENT, THEN FOLLOWING THAT WINTER, THE POWER TOP FAILED. IT WAS BEYOND WARRANTY ACCORDING TO DEALER WHEN I DISCOVERED THE FAILURE. DEALER WANTS $1200 FOR REPLACEMENT. 2) THE 6 CD CHANGER STOPPED WORKING JUST AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 3) CRUISE CONTROL BECAME INTERMITTENT AFTER A THROTTLE BODY REPLACEMENT IN MARCH 2003. DEALER WANTS $800 FOR REPLACEMENT. 4) THE SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER BECAME INTERMITTENT IN SEPT 2003. IT HAS BEEN REMOVED AND THE CONTACTS CLEANED. IT ONLY WORKS ON EXTREMELY COLD MORNINGS, ONLY ON THE FIRST START. ALL OTHER GAUGES WORK ON THE MODULE. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 5) THE RADIO SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING (NO POWER) AFTER HITTING A POTHOLE IN JAN 2004. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 6) THE SMOG PUMP FAILED DEC 2005, AND CHARRED THE HARNESS WIRING. IT WAS REPLACED WITH A SALVAGED SMOG PUMP BY REPUTABLE REPAIR SHOP. DEALER WANTED $1000 FOR REPLACEMENT. *NM .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 33000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in RALEIGH, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981106. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Report #10183792

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL . 1) DUE TO VANDALISM, THE CONVERTIBLE TOP WAS REPLACED BY A REPUTABLE SHOP. I USED THE POWER TOP ONCE AFTER THE REPLACEMENT, THEN FOLLOWING THAT WINTER, THE POWER TOP FAILED. IT WAS BEYOND WARRANTY ACCORDING TO DEALER WHEN I DISCOVERED THE FAILURE. DEALER WANTS $1200 FOR REPLACEMENT. 2) THE 6 CD CHANGER STOPPED WORKING JUST AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 3) CRUISE CONTROL BECAME INTERMITTENT AFTER A THROTTLE BODY REPLACEMENT IN MARCH 2003. DEALER WANTS $800 FOR REPLACEMENT. 4) THE SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER BECAME INTERMITTENT IN SEPT 2003. IT HAS BEEN REMOVED AND THE CONTACTS CLEANED. IT ONLY WORKS ON EXTREMELY COLD MORNINGS, ONLY ON THE FIRST START. ALL OTHER GAUGES WORK ON THE MODULE. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 5) THE RADIO SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING (NO POWER) AFTER HITTING A POTHOLE IN JAN 2004. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 6) THE SMOG PUMP FAILED DEC 2005, AND CHARRED THE HARNESS WIRING. IT WAS REPLACED WITH A SALVAGED SMOG PUMP BY REPUTABLE REPAIR SHOP. DEALER WANTED $1000 FOR REPLACEMENT. *NM .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 33000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in RALEIGH, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981106. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System Instrument Panel

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Instrument Panel Report #10183792

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . 1) DUE TO VANDALISM, THE CONVERTIBLE TOP WAS REPLACED BY A REPUTABLE SHOP. I USED THE POWER TOP ONCE AFTER THE REPLACEMENT, THEN FOLLOWING THAT WINTER, THE POWER TOP FAILED. IT WAS BEYOND WARRANTY ACCORDING TO DEALER WHEN I DISCOVERED THE FAILURE. DEALER WANTS $1200 FOR REPLACEMENT. 2) THE 6 CD CHANGER STOPPED WORKING JUST AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 3) CRUISE CONTROL BECAME INTERMITTENT AFTER A THROTTLE BODY REPLACEMENT IN MARCH 2003. DEALER WANTS $800 FOR REPLACEMENT. 4) THE SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER BECAME INTERMITTENT IN SEPT 2003. IT HAS BEEN REMOVED AND THE CONTACTS CLEANED. IT ONLY WORKS ON EXTREMELY COLD MORNINGS, ONLY ON THE FIRST START. ALL OTHER GAUGES WORK ON THE MODULE. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 5) THE RADIO SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING (NO POWER) AFTER HITTING A POTHOLE IN JAN 2004. DEALER WANTS $600 FOR REPLACEMENT. 6) THE SMOG PUMP FAILED DEC 2005, AND CHARRED THE HARNESS WIRING. IT WAS REPLACED WITH A SALVAGED SMOG PUMP BY REPUTABLE REPAIR SHOP. DEALER WANTED $1000 FOR REPLACEMENT. *NM .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 33000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E4XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in RALEIGH, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981106. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Electrical System Ignition Switch

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Electrical System Ignition Switch Report #10186934

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 22, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . I HAVE A 1999 VW CABRIO, WHICH IS THE CONVERTIBLE MODEL OF THE GOLF. THERE IS A RECALL OF VWS BECAUSE OF FAULTY BRAKE LIGHTS DUE TO FAULTY IGNITION PARTS. I CALLED VW TO REGISTER MY COMPLAINT. THEY SAY THAT MY VIN IS NOT UNDER THEIR RECALL LIST. HOWEVER, IN SEPTEMBER 2006, I HAD THE EXACT SAME BRAKE LIGHT MAL-FUNCTION, INCLUDING THE TOTAL MELT DOWN OF ALL THE LIGHTS ON DECEMBER 14, 2006 WHILE I WAS ON A HIGHWAY IN MY STATE. I HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED AND THE GARAGE USED AUTHENTIC VW PARTS FROM A DEALERSHIP DOWN THE ROAD. MY CABIO HAS THE GOLF CHASSIS BUT CALLED THE CABRIO WHICH IS THE CONVERTIBLE VERSION. ALL MY CAR CARE BOOKS ADDRESS THE GOLF VERSION. I AM AT A LOSS AS TO WHY VW WILL NOT REIMBURSE ME FOR THE PARTS AND LABOR FOR THIS SAME REPAIR. THE RECALL NOTICES ARE JUST GOING OUT EVEN THOUGH THEY KNEW ABOUT THIS PROBLEM IN 2006. *JB.Mileage was 108932 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E1XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in AVON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19980901. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: VOLKSWAGEN OF WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 860-236-0866 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Exterior Lighting

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Exterior Lighting Report #10186934

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 22, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . I HAVE A 1999 VW CABRIO, WHICH IS THE CONVERTIBLE MODEL OF THE GOLF. THERE IS A RECALL OF VWS BECAUSE OF FAULTY BRAKE LIGHTS DUE TO FAULTY IGNITION PARTS. I CALLED VW TO REGISTER MY COMPLAINT. THEY SAY THAT MY VIN IS NOT UNDER THEIR RECALL LIST. HOWEVER, IN SEPTEMBER 2006, I HAD THE EXACT SAME BRAKE LIGHT MAL-FUNCTION, INCLUDING THE TOTAL MELT DOWN OF ALL THE LIGHTS ON DECEMBER 14, 2006 WHILE I WAS ON A HIGHWAY IN MY STATE. I HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED AND THE GARAGE USED AUTHENTIC VW PARTS FROM A DEALERSHIP DOWN THE ROAD. MY CABIO HAS THE GOLF CHASSIS BUT CALLED THE CABRIO WHICH IS THE CONVERTIBLE VERSION. ALL MY CAR CARE BOOKS ADDRESS THE GOLF VERSION. I AM AT A LOSS AS TO WHY VW WILL NOT REIMBURSE ME FOR THE PARTS AND LABOR FOR THIS SAME REPAIR. THE RECALL NOTICES ARE JUST GOING OUT EVEN THOUGH THEY KNEW ABOUT THIS PROBLEM IN 2006. *JB.Mileage was 108932 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E1XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in AVON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19980901. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: VOLKSWAGEN OF WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 860-236-0866 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Exterior Lighting Brake Lights Switch

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights Switch Report #10186934

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 22, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH . I HAVE A 1999 VW CABRIO, WHICH IS THE CONVERTIBLE MODEL OF THE GOLF. THERE IS A RECALL OF VWS BECAUSE OF FAULTY BRAKE LIGHTS DUE TO FAULTY IGNITION PARTS. I CALLED VW TO REGISTER MY COMPLAINT. THEY SAY THAT MY VIN IS NOT UNDER THEIR RECALL LIST. HOWEVER, IN SEPTEMBER 2006, I HAD THE EXACT SAME BRAKE LIGHT MAL-FUNCTION, INCLUDING THE TOTAL MELT DOWN OF ALL THE LIGHTS ON DECEMBER 14, 2006 WHILE I WAS ON A HIGHWAY IN MY STATE. I HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED AND THE GARAGE USED AUTHENTIC VW PARTS FROM A DEALERSHIP DOWN THE ROAD. MY CABIO HAS THE GOLF CHASSIS BUT CALLED THE CABRIO WHICH IS THE CONVERTIBLE VERSION. ALL MY CAR CARE BOOKS ADDRESS THE GOLF VERSION. I AM AT A LOSS AS TO WHY VW WILL NOT REIMBURSE ME FOR THE PARTS AND LABOR FOR THIS SAME REPAIR. THE RECALL NOTICES ARE JUST GOING OUT EVEN THOUGH THEY KNEW ABOUT THIS PROBLEM IN 2006. *JB.Mileage was 108932 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E1XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in AVON, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19980901. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: VOLKSWAGEN OF WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 860-236-0866 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Suspension Front Hub

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Suspension Front Hub Report #10332538

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGERS WHEEL FRACTURED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE SPUN OUT OF CONTROL AND CRASHED INTO AN EMBANKMENT. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED UNKNOWN INJURIES AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL VIA AMBULANCE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AT THE SCENE AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED TO A HUB DISK SEPARATION THAT CAUSED THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 105,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 120,000 .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 105000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWDB61E7XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ENFIELD, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Steering

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Steering Report #10380241

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 22, 2011.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STEERING . THIS HAS ACTUALLY HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WITH THIS CAR. WHEN I HIT A PATCH OF WATER, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP TEMPORARILY AND I'M UNABLE TO MANEUVER. IF I'M ON A CORNER I HAVE TO HIT THE BRAKES TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 128000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E8XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, WA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Wheels

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Wheels Report #10440279

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with WHEELS . HELLO, I CONTACTED YOU ABOUT 2 YRS AGO WITHOUT F/U DUE TO RECOVERY FROM INJURIES. NOW I HAVE MY CASE ON THE DOCKET TO SUE VW FOR FAULTY DISC/HUB ASSEMBLY THAT SEPARATED DUE TO CORROSION. I HAVE THE PARTS AND PHOTOS TO SUBMIT. I INJURED MY RIGHT ANKLE ON JULY 9, 2009 WHEN THE WHEEL DETACHED FROM MY CAR WITHOUT WARNING AND AFTER IT HAD BEEN RECENTLY INSPECTED AND CLEANED BY BRAKE KING. SIMILAR TO THE JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE RECALL SINCE I OWNED ONE AND HAD THE HUB/DISC ASSEMBLY REPLACED BY STAINLESS STEEL ASSEMBLY. I WISH TO CONTINUE THIS INVESTIGATION SO THAT OTHERS ARE NOT INJURED HEAVEN FORBID. NOW I AM READY TO HANDLE THE CASE IN COURT AND AM PREPARING FOR THE TRIAL. PLEASE ADVISE AS TO HOW TO DEFEND MY CASE AS THE ONES THAT WERE TRIED ON THE JEEP RECALL AND ACCIDENTS. ALSO, IF YOU NEED MORE INFO PLS CONTACT ME. AFTER THE FINAL PHYSICAL THERAPY AND PERM PARTIAL DISABILITY I INCURRED IN THE ACCIDENT I FEEL THAT THIS CASE NEEDS TO BE INVESTIGATED AND PROSECUTED. I AM AN ENGINEER AND AM SURE THE CORROSION CAUSED THE WHEEL DETACHMENT WHICH WAS DEFINITELY A PRODUCT DEFECT. ESPECIALLY SINCE I HAVE THE RECORDS OF INSPECTION AND SERVICE OF THE BRAKE INVOLVED WHICH CAUSED DETACHMENT OF MY WHEEL ONLY 5 MONTHS LATER AND IN LIGHT OF THE JEEP RECALLS. HAVE A HAPPY, HEALTHY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR. THANKS. UPDATED 01/20/12*LJ *TR INJURIES WERE FROM A PREVIOUS INCIDENT. UPDATED IVOQ 03/26/12 THE CONSUMER REFERENCED RECALL # 99V340000. UPDATED 12/11/12.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 110000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWDB61E7XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ENFIELD, CT. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Rotor Report #10440279

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR . HELLO, I CONTACTED YOU ABOUT 2 YRS AGO WITHOUT F/U DUE TO RECOVERY FROM INJURIES. NOW I HAVE MY CASE ON THE DOCKET TO SUE VW FOR FAULTY DISC/HUB ASSEMBLY THAT SEPARATED DUE TO CORROSION. I HAVE THE PARTS AND PHOTOS TO SUBMIT. I INJURED MY RIGHT ANKLE ON JULY 9, 2009 WHEN THE WHEEL DETACHED FROM MY CAR WITHOUT WARNING AND AFTER IT HAD BEEN RECENTLY INSPECTED AND CLEANED BY BRAKE KING. SIMILAR TO THE JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE RECALL SINCE I OWNED ONE AND HAD THE HUB/DISC ASSEMBLY REPLACED BY STAINLESS STEEL ASSEMBLY. I WISH TO CONTINUE THIS INVESTIGATION SO THAT OTHERS ARE NOT INJURED HEAVEN FORBID. NOW I AM READY TO HANDLE THE CASE IN COURT AND AM PREPARING FOR THE TRIAL. PLEASE ADVISE AS TO HOW TO DEFEND MY CASE AS THE ONES THAT WERE TRIED ON THE JEEP RECALL AND ACCIDENTS. ALSO, IF YOU NEED MORE INFO PLS CONTACT ME. AFTER THE FINAL PHYSICAL THERAPY AND PERM PARTIAL DISABILITY I INCURRED IN THE ACCIDENT I FEEL THAT THIS CASE NEEDS TO BE INVESTIGATED AND PROSECUTED. I AM AN ENGINEER AND AM SURE THE CORROSION CAUSED THE WHEEL DETACHMENT WHICH WAS DEFINITELY A PRODUCT DEFECT. ESPECIALLY SINCE I HAVE THE RECORDS OF INSPECTION AND SERVICE OF THE BRAKE INVOLVED WHICH CAUSED DETACHMENT OF MY WHEEL ONLY 5 MONTHS LATER AND IN LIGHT OF THE JEEP RECALLS. HAVE A HAPPY, HEALTHY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR. THANKS. UPDATED 01/20/12*LJ *TR INJURIES WERE FROM A PREVIOUS INCIDENT. UPDATED IVOQ 03/26/12 THE CONSUMER REFERENCED RECALL # 99V340000. UPDATED 12/11/12.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 110000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWDB61E7XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ENFIELD, CT. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Suspension

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Suspension Report #10440279

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2009.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with SUSPENSION . HELLO, I CONTACTED YOU ABOUT 2 YRS AGO WITHOUT F/U DUE TO RECOVERY FROM INJURIES. NOW I HAVE MY CASE ON THE DOCKET TO SUE VW FOR FAULTY DISC/HUB ASSEMBLY THAT SEPARATED DUE TO CORROSION. I HAVE THE PARTS AND PHOTOS TO SUBMIT. I INJURED MY RIGHT ANKLE ON JULY 9, 2009 WHEN THE WHEEL DETACHED FROM MY CAR WITHOUT WARNING AND AFTER IT HAD BEEN RECENTLY INSPECTED AND CLEANED BY BRAKE KING. SIMILAR TO THE JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE RECALL SINCE I OWNED ONE AND HAD THE HUB/DISC ASSEMBLY REPLACED BY STAINLESS STEEL ASSEMBLY. I WISH TO CONTINUE THIS INVESTIGATION SO THAT OTHERS ARE NOT INJURED HEAVEN FORBID. NOW I AM READY TO HANDLE THE CASE IN COURT AND AM PREPARING FOR THE TRIAL. PLEASE ADVISE AS TO HOW TO DEFEND MY CASE AS THE ONES THAT WERE TRIED ON THE JEEP RECALL AND ACCIDENTS. ALSO, IF YOU NEED MORE INFO PLS CONTACT ME. AFTER THE FINAL PHYSICAL THERAPY AND PERM PARTIAL DISABILITY I INCURRED IN THE ACCIDENT I FEEL THAT THIS CASE NEEDS TO BE INVESTIGATED AND PROSECUTED. I AM AN ENGINEER AND AM SURE THE CORROSION CAUSED THE WHEEL DETACHMENT WHICH WAS DEFINITELY A PRODUCT DEFECT. ESPECIALLY SINCE I HAVE THE RECORDS OF INSPECTION AND SERVICE OF THE BRAKE INVOLVED WHICH CAUSED DETACHMENT OF MY WHEEL ONLY 5 MONTHS LATER AND IN LIGHT OF THE JEEP RECALLS. HAVE A HAPPY, HEALTHY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR. THANKS. UPDATED 01/20/12*LJ *TR INJURIES WERE FROM A PREVIOUS INCIDENT. UPDATED IVOQ 03/26/12 THE CONSUMER REFERENCED RECALL # 99V340000. UPDATED 12/11/12.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 110000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWDB61E7XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in ENFIELD, CT. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO Power Train Clutch Assembly

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 Power Train Clutch Assembly Report #10461344

VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 11, 2012.VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO 1999, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE STOPPED ACCELERATING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER TO THE SHOULDER AND COAST TO A STOP. THE CONTACT EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THE RETAINER CLIP ON THE END OF THE CABLE THAT SECURED IT TO THE CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT LEVER FAILED. . THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 98,000. UPDATED 07/18/12.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 98000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3VWBB81E9XM. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 problem was reported in EAST JORDAN, MI. Vehicle was purchased on 20110601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Cabrio 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.
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