Volkswagen Cabrio 1998
Model Cabrio made in 1998 by Volkswagen got 10 consumer complains, 1 investigation there is 1 recall as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to communications, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and structure. The car had one investigation (vehicle speed control). There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline . The car has one 2.0 engine.
Model 1998
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | F | 22/29/24 | 24.1323/36.5449/28.4863 | Regular | 782 | SUBCOMPACT CARS | |
| 2.0 | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | F | 24/31/26 | 26.121/39.7864/30.8963 | Regular | 722 | SUBCOMPACT CARS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | ||||||||||||||||
| 02V026000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 09/30/1997 to 05/31/1998 | V (Vehicle) | 487284 | 06/13/2003 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 01/25/2002 | 01/26/2002 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On some passenger vehicles, the fuel tank filler neck can suffer abrasion damage if the rear tire goes flat and the vehicle is driven until the tire disintegrates. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will fit passat vehicles with a new wheel house liner that will better protect the car's filler neck. jetta vehicles will be fitted with a different metal shield designed to enhance abrasion protection in the event of tire disintegration. owner notification began june 13, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 9918 | 10/29/1999 | 610170 | Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes p1580 (17988) and p0103 (16487) stored in diagnostic trouble code memory. *tt | 04/19/2000 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 2015831 | 08/28/2008 | 10026848 | Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe | 12/29/2008 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | |||||
| 2015831 | 08/28/2008 | 10026848 | Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe | 12/29/2008 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 9801 | 08/21/1998 | 603349 | Subject on radio remote control locking system. *yc | 02/18/1999 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| PE00033 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 08/10/2000 | 12/28/2000 | FUEL TANK PUNCTURE | ||
| The office of defects investigation has received nine reports regarding punctured fuel tanks involving the jetta, passat and cabrio models.the reports indicate the fuel tank was punctured as a result of a blow-out of the right rear tire.this investigation has been opened to further study this issue. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATIONS - BACK UP ALARM | |||
| 01/30/2001 | 50000 | 3 | 06/10/1998 |
| 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 | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||
| 06/25/2001 | 1 | 09/01/1998 | |
| Vehicle would not crank, dealer stated the battery had failed. *slc | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 12/03/2004 | 85000 | 1 | |
| 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 | |||
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||
| 1 | 09/01/1998 | ||
| Air conditioner failed, dealer stated that the clutch relay unit was the problem. *slc | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||
| 01/30/2001 | 50000 | 3 | 06/10/1998 |
| 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 | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 06/01/2002 | 85000 | 1 | 05/15/2000 |
| 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 | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - ROOF AND PILLARS | |||
| 11/23/1999 | 1 | 09/01/1998 | |
| 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 | |||
| 01/01/2002 | 15 | 05/01/2098 | |
| 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 | |||
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||
| 01/30/2001 | 50000 | 3 | 06/10/1998 |
| 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 | |||
| 1 | 09/01/1998 | ||
| 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 | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | SANTA ANA | 92705 | COMMONWEALTH VW | 714 565 7500 |
| VA | RICHMOND | 23235 | BROWNS VOLKSWAGEN | 804-379-7283 |