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2003 Volkswagen Eurovan recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2003 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Air bags | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jun 13, 201818V406000 | Air bags: frontal driver sideIn the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants… DetailsHide details for campaign 18V406000
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Owner complaints by component19
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 6 | 32 |
| Seats | 3 | 16 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 11 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 11 |
| Structure | 2 | 11 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 11 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 11 |
| Power train | 2 | 11 |
| Suspension | 1 | 5 |
| Wheels | 1 | 5 |
| Engine | 1 | 5 |
| Equipment | 1 | 5 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Suspension
“Hit a pot hole on hi-way at approx. 70 mph causing right rear wheel hub assembly damage. The wheel bearing overheated and started fire along side of road. The rear hub assy. And wheel where never recovered.”
- Electrical system
“The heating elements in the seat which heat the seat when turned on (seat heaters) caught fire and burned through the seat, almost burning my backside. Car was stationary.”
- Engine and engine cooling
“Tl* the contact owns a 2003 volkswagen eurovan. While the vehicle was parked or idling, there was a strong odor. There were no warning indicators illuminated.”
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- 20031 recall15 complaints
- 20020 recalls35 complaints
- 20011 recall21 complaints
- 20000 recalls25 complaints
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2003 Volkswagen Eurovan recall questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan. The most recent, 18V406000 (reported June 13, 2018), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan?
Engine and engine cooling is the most-reported component, named in 6 complaints out of 19 filed with NHTSA (32%). Across all complaints, owners reported 0 crashs and 4 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volkswagen recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Volkswagen dealer.
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