CarRecallWatchThe 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (3 reports).
1982 Volkswagen Rabbit recalls
Most common 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
CONSUMER COMPLAINT ABOUT 1982 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT BAD ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. *BF THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL SUDDENLY WHILE IN MOTION ALONG WITH A STRONG FUEL SMELL. RECALL CAMPAIGN# 85V015000. *SC
THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE BEING DRIVEN AND HAD A VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL. *NM *SC
CONSUMER HAD A 1982 VOLKSWAGEN . HE READ ON THE INTERNET THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS BEING RECALLED FOR AN ELECTRICAL FUSE PANEL WHICH WOULD OVERLOAD/OVERHEAT, AND MALFUNCTION. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY TO THE FUEL PUMP TO BE INTERRUPTED. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL VOLKSWAGEN DEALER, AND THEY CLAIMED THAT THEY NEVER HEARD OF THIS RECALL. THEN CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, WHO ALSO SAID NO. *AK THE VEHICLE STALLS CONSTANTLY. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP SHUTOFF PROBLEM CAUSES THE VEHICLE STALL WHEN DRIVEN. *TC
UNSPECIFIED.
THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN THE YARD AND CAUGHT ON FIRE FROM UNDER THE HOOD. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
1982 Volkswagen Rabbit questions
Does the 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit: Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (3), Unknown Or Other (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1982 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.