1999 Volkswagen Cabrio vs 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio | 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 29 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 68 | 129 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 43,867 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Cabrio | Volkswagen Cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 5 |
| Visibility | 3 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 | 3 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 |
1999 Volkswagen Cabrio
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.