CarRecallWatchThe 1986 Volkswagen Cabriolet has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (4 reports).
1Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1986 Volkswagen Cabriolet recalls
Most common 1986 Volkswagen Cabriolet problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
FUEL LEAKS FROM TOP OF TANK WHEN TANK IS FULL OR OVER 1/2 FULL... PREVIOUS RECALLS OF THIS CAR AND THOSE SIMILAR LIST PROBLEMS SIMILAR TO WHAT I'M EXPERIENCING. HOWEVER, BECAUSE OF ADVANCED AGE OF VEHICLE, RECALLS ARE NOT BEING ACKNOWLEDGED BY DEALERS OR COMPANY. AUTO IS A 1986 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIOLET. *LA
ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS WITH AUTOMOBILE: LEFT INDICATOR LIGHT NOT WORKING, HORN BROKEN, BACK - UP LIGHTS NOT WORKING, CLUTCH/TRANSMISSION NEEDS WORK (TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL), ALL LOCKS BROKEN...
THE HEATER CORE HAS FAILED AND IS LEAKING, AND MAKING THE CAR HARDER TO STOP. *AK
1986 Volkswagen Cabriolet questions
Does the 1986 Volkswagen Cabriolet have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1986 Volkswagen Cabriolet: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Volkswagen Cabriolet?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4), Visibility (1), Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Volkswagen Cabriolet has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.