1999 Volkswagen Cabrio Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Cabrio years
- More complaints than other years 2nd of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio. That ranks 2nd out of 8 Cabrio model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (10 complaints, 34%), typically at around 36,000 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 2 fires, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 29owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 34% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 21% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 17% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 14% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 14% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 3 | 10% | 34,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 10% | 42,100 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 10% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 10% | 128,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 10% | 42,100 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 7% | 42,100 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 7% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 7% | 107,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 3% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 3% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 3% | 400 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 110,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Volkswagen Cabrio recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Fuel tank puncture (PE00033) — opened Aug 10, 2000, closed Dec 28, 2000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The fuzebox in this car is unprotected from water and can cause a fire and any time water may leak into car. I parked my car and when i went to her back in it a hour later it wouldn't crank that's when we discovered the fuze box was melted from getting too hot due to it leaking thru the antenna o…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volkswagen cabrio. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the vehicle stopped accelerating. The contact was able to maneuver to the shoulder and coast to a stop. The contact examined the vehicle and noticed the retainer clip on the end of the cable that secured it…
Hello, i contacted you about 2 yrs ago without f/u due to recovery from injuries. Now i have my case on the docket to sue vw for faulty disc/hub assembly that separated due to corrosion. I have the parts and photos to submit. I injured my right ankle on july 9, 2009 when the wheel detached from my…
This has actually happened several times with this car. When i hit a patch of water, the steering wheel locks up temporarily and i'm unable to maneuver. If i'm on a corner i have to hit the brakes to avoid an accident.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volkswagen cabrio convertible. The contact stated while driving at 50 mph, the rear passengers wheel fractured from the vehicle. The vehicle spun out of control and crashed into an embankment. The contact sustained unknown injuries and was transported to the hospital via…
Other Volkswagen Cabrio years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Cabrio | 23 | 0 |
| 2001 Cabrio | 38 | 1 |
| 2000 Cabrio | 16 | 1 |
| 1999 | 29 | 0 |
| 1998 Cabrio | 21 | 1 |
| 1997 Cabrio | 14 | 0 |
| 1996 Cabrio | 6 | 0 |
| 1995 Cabrio | 15 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cabrio model years, the 1999 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.