NHTSA Safety Recalls
Volkswagen Rabbit Recalls by Year
Every model year from 2006 to 2009, ranked by how many recalls it carries.
Across 4 model years (2006–2009) the Volkswagen Rabbit has 7 NHTSA recalls. The worst year is 2009 with 2; the cleanest is 2006 with 1.
- Model years
- 4
- Total recalls
- 7
- Worst year
- 2009
- Cleanest year
- 2006
2006–2009
2 recalls
1 recalls
Recalls by model year
| Year | Recalls | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2 | |
| 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2 | |
| 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2 | |
| 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit | 1 |
What gets recalled most on the Volkswagen Rabbit
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS3
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS3
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP1
Reading these numbers
A high recall count is not the same as an unreliable car. Recalls are safety defects the manufacturer reports and repairs free; a maker that files many of them is often being more diligent, not less. Older model years also accumulate recalls simply by existing longer.
What matters for a specific car is whether its own VIN is covered by an open campaign. Check it on NHTSA's lookup or call 1-888-327-4236.