2004 Volkswagen R32 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R32 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Volkswagen R32. That ranks 2nd out of 4 R32 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (3 complaints, 23%), typically at around 43,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 13owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Volkswagen R32 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 23% | 43,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 23% | 45,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 23% | 16,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 15% | 51,625 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 15% | 59,784 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 15% | 100,600 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 15% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 8% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 8% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 8% | 6,937 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Volkswagen R32 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Problem: On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly.
Risk: The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. Vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. The remedy is the same for each recall. Volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. Owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987.
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.
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 outer seat bolster seam of the driver's seat which retains the side air bag has split along a length of approximately 18 inches. I am concerned that this will adversely affect the operation of the side air bag should it discharge. It is my understanding that this is a not uncommon occurrence on…
Vw wont replace a broken seat belt. I have extended warranty by fidelity and they wont fix it either. This is a safety issue and unacceptable. The passenger rear seatbelt is stuck in the extended position. Vw quoted $500 to fix.. *tr
Car just shuts off while driving. Checked all sensors are working properly. And no car wont start. Ecu faulty, reprogram or replacement need. *tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 volkswagen golf r32. The contact stated that the rear center seat belts failed and were unable to retract. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that they would look into it and call the contact back. The failure…
I bought a 2004 volkswagen r32 around november of 08 and all was okay, i noticed one day about 2 weeks later when putting my seat on the drivers side back to driving position the airbag fault light came on immediately. I do know others that the airbag light has come on due to improper wiring length…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Volkswagen R32?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, power train, tires problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Volkswagen R32?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Volkswagen R32 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R32 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.