CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Volkswagen FOX has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (7 reports).
1987 Volkswagen FOX recalls
Most common 1987 Volkswagen FOX problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SYMPTOMS OF RECALL #95-V-10-5000 BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. RECALL DESCRIPTION: IN THE EVENT OF A COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENT FAILURE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN, THE COOLANT CAN OVERHEAT CAUSING THE COOLING SYSTEM PRESSURE TO RISE TO A LEVEL WHERE A LEAK IN THE HEAT EXCHANGER CAN OCCUR. *NLM
I OWN AN '87 VOLKSWAGEN FOX. I'M TOLD BY MANY PEOPLE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE COOLANT BYPASS VALVE. I'VE TAKEN THE CAR TO A COUPLE VW DEALERSHIPS AND ALSO CALLED VWOA AND THEY TELL ME MY CAR WAS NOT AFFECTED BY THE RECALL. I'VE TALKED TO SEVERAL OTHER VW FOX OWNERS AND I'M TOLD OTHERS HAVE ALSO GOTTEN THE RUN-AROUND WHEN TRYING TO GET THE RECALL WORK DONE. *JB
DEALER WILL NOT PERFORM RECALL (95V105) WORK FOR THE HEATER CORE VALVE BECAUSE THE CONSUMER HAS A/C SYSTEM THAT DID NOT COME FROM THE FACTORY AND IT IS BLOCKING ACCESS TO THE VALVE. NLM
AFTER A/C IS ON AFTER 10 MILES IT START GETTING WARM
RECALL # 95V105000, RECALL CORRECTION, CAUSED AN INCREASE IN PRESSURE IN THE COOLING SYSTEM, CAUSING RADIATOR TO BURST. DEALER OR MANUFACTURER WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REPAIRS. *AK
1987 Volkswagen FOX questions
Does the 1987 Volkswagen FOX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1987 Volkswagen FOX: Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System; Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar; Wheels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Volkswagen FOX?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (7), Engine And Engine Cooling (6), Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Volkswagen FOX 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.