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Volkswagen Fox years to avoid, worst and best years

Owners have filed 39 complaints about the Volkswagen Fox since 1990, and 3 recalls have been issued. The 1993 model year has 18 complaints, more than any other year, led by engine and seat belts problems.

No year stands outAll years close to typical
Owner complaints
39
Recalls
3
Worst year
1993
Model years
1990-1993

Volkswagen Fox years to avoid

No model year of the Volkswagen Fox stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Best Volkswagen Fox years

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Volkswagen Fox complaints by model year

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

1990199119921993

How we calculate this

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

Most common Volkswagen Fox problems

All model years combined.

  • Engine
    11
  • Fuel system
    7
  • Visibility
    6
  • Transmission
    6
  • Electrical
    6
  • Seat belts
    5
  • Body
    2
  • Suspension
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Seats
    1
  • Locks
    1

Volkswagen Fox problems year by year

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YearScoreComplaintsTop problemTypical mileageRecallsCrashes
1993-18Engine20
1992-5Body20
1991-1Locks30
1990-15Fuel system20

Recalls 3

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Questions about the Volkswagen Fox

What years of the Volkswagen Fox should you avoid?

No single model year of the Volkswagen Fox has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Volkswagen Fox?

There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

What is the most common problem with the Volkswagen Fox?

Engine, with 11 complaints across all years, followed by fuel system (7) and visibility (6).

How many recalls does the Volkswagen Fox have?

3 recalls between 1990 and 1993. The 1991 model year has the most, with 3.

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