Complaints
4
Crashes
0
Fires
2
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1988 Volkswagen Vanagon Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#12 complaints
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fires:2
#21 complaints
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
#31 complaints
STRUCTURE
Avg mileage:5,000 mi
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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1988 Volkswagen Vanagon.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 | — | 2 | — | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 1 | — | — | — | |
| STRUCTURE | 1 | — | — | 5,000 mi |
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