1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (2 reports).

3Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Rabbit?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1980 Volkswagen Rabbit recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Recall 83V117Nov 9, 1983930,000 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Recall 81V058May 15, 1981133,000 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Recall 81V012Jan 28, 1981110,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Vehicle Speed Control2

What owners report

1996-04-12, Vehicle Speed Control
THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELEARTED WHEN ONEDID NOT APPLY FORCE TO THE GAS PEDAL. *AK
1996-04-12, Vehicle Speed Control
THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WHEN NO FORCE WAS APPLIED TO THE GAS PEDAL. *AK

1980 Volkswagen Rabbit questions

Does the 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit: Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap; Vehicle Speed Control:Cables. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit 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.

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