1988 Volkswagen Vanagon Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 1988 Volkswagen Vanagon has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (3 reports).

4Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1988 Volkswagen Vanagon recalls

Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner

Recall 93V175Oct 29, 199329,500 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control

Recall 89V067May 1, 1989300 vehicles affected

Tires

Recall 88V076May 6, 1988130 vehicles affected

Most common 1988 Volkswagen Vanagon problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline3
Structure1

What owners report

2023-06-27, Structure
******* DELETE VOQ ******* THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING MARKED FOR DELETION BECAUSE IT IS REQUESTED BY THE CONSUMER THAT THEY WISH TO HAVE IT REMOVED*DJR ******* DELETE VOQ *******
1999-04-05, Fuel System, Gasoline
THE FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE GAS LINES ONTO THE EXHAUST. COULD HAVE CAUSED A POTENTIAL FIRE. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALER, DETERMINED PROBLEM TO BE A LOOSE HOSE CLAMP, WHICH WAS REPAIRED BY REPOSITIONING AND TIGHTENING. *AK.ET.
1996-01-23, Fuel System, Gasoline
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND TRUCK CAUGHT ON FIRE . TT

1988 Volkswagen Vanagon questions

Does the 1988 Volkswagen Vanagon have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1988 Volkswagen Vanagon: Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner; Vehicle Speed Control; Tires; Equipment:Mechanical:Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift; Equipment:Mechanical:Integrated Jack/Leveler/Stabilizer. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1988 Volkswagen Vanagon?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (3), Structure (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Volkswagen Vanagon 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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