Structure Related Problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio

Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio. The number one most common problem is related to the roof and pillar (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the body (two problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Volkswagen Cabrio

Problem Category Number of Problems
Roof And Pillar problems
3
Body problems
2
Frame Rust problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio

The Roof And Pillar problem

The convertible top ripped above the rear window. The consumer contacted the manufacturer and the dealer and was told the vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer told the owner that the vehicle was no longer under warranty. Provide further details. . . . . .   Read details...

The Body problem

The top on my 1998 vw Cabrio has dried out and is cracking due to a defect in the manufacturing in the vinyl used for the top. Vw has refused to replace it even though I know 3 other owners locally with the same exact year/car/problem.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

1998 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS front windshield header has rusted and no longer capable of supporting the weight of the vehicle. The consumer had to incur the cost of having the front windshield replaced after the front windshield cracked because of the deformities in the windshield header.   Read details...


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