1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (1 report).

3Recalls
1Owner complaints
1Crashes 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.

1981 Volkswagen Rabbit recalls

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Recall 82V016Feb 23, 19825,200 vehicles affected

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Recall 81V106Sep 9, 19814,800 vehicles affected

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

Recall 81V058May 15, 1981133,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Seat Belts1

What owners report

1998-08-13, Seat Belts
CONSUMER HAD AN ACCIDENT AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT HOLD. DRIVER SUSTAINED SEVERAL INJURIES. *AK

1981 Volkswagen Rabbit questions

Does the 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit: Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1981 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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