Volkswagen Cabriolet owners have reported 10 engine and engine cooling related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common engine and engine cooling problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's emission control (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's engine exhaust system (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The emissions light constantly stayed on, the dealer serviced the problem 3 times, however the problem continued to occur, the dealer stated it was a software problem. Read details...
Extreme exhaust intrusion into passanger compartment, into dealer and independent shops many times with no results. Read details...
Consumer states: had 2nd electrical failure on the engine, the wiring harness burnt up. Under warranty the dealer replaced partial wiring of the harness. Also 3 ignition switches put in. Mass airflow sensor,oxygen sensor, and coolant temperature failed. Read details...
I'm not sure if this falls within your area or responsibility. I am reporting this because I don't believe a two year old vehicle purchased brand-new, should have both the alternator and radiator fan motor fail so soon. I thought this may be a manufacturer's defect. Read details...
I'm not sure if this falls within your area or responsibility. I am reporting this because I don't believe a two year old vehicle purchased brand-new, should have both the alternator and radiator fan motor fail so soon. I thought this may be a manufacturer's defect. Read details...