CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Volkswagen FOX has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (7 reports).
1988 Volkswagen FOX recalls
Most common 1988 Volkswagen FOX problems
Problem areas named in the 23 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1988 VOLKSWAGEN FOX. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST ALL BRAKING FUNCTION. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SAFELY STOP THE VEHICLE BY APPLYING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. HE IS IN THE PROCESS OF NOTIFYING THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND CONCLUDED THAT THERE WAS CORROSION FROM THE METAL BRAKE LINE TO THE REAR RIGHT SIDE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 164,955 UPDATED 8/3/09 *CN UPDATED 08/05/09.*JB
WHILE DRIVING COOLANT WAS LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH DASHBOARD ON DRIVER'S FEET. CONSUMER DROVE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE HEATER COIL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK
WHILE DRIVING THE HOOD UNEXPECTEDLY POPPED UP AND BROKE THE WINDSHIELD. *YH BOTH HINGES SECURING THE HOOD HAD BROKEN FROM STRESS. *SCC
CONSUMER STATES WINDSHILED WAS CRACKED, AS A RESULT OF GRAVEL BEING DUMPED ON THE HIGHWAY.*JB
PRESSURE FUEL HOSE WAS CRACKED AND SEEPING GASOLINE. IMMINENT LEAK/FIRE HAZARD. *AK
1988 Volkswagen FOX questions
Does the 1988 Volkswagen FOX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1988 Volkswagen FOX: Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System; Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Volkswagen FOX?
Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (7), Engine And Engine Cooling (6), Structure (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 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.