Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2006 Volkswagen Rabbit recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2006 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 |
|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Sep 24, 200707V442000 | Exterior lighting: headlightsNONCOMPLIANCE CAN INHIBIT PROPER HEADLAMP AIM ADJUSTMENT FOR ROADWAY ILLUMINATION, IMPROPERLY AIMED HEADLAMPS COULD CAUSE REDUCED ROAD VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF… DetailsHide details for campaign 07V442000
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Owner complaints by component13
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 31 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 23 |
| Fuel system | 2 | 15 |
| Gasoline | 2 | 15 |
| Seats | 2 | 15 |
| Power train | 2 | 15 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 8 |
| Engine | 1 | 8 |
| Air bags | 1 | 8 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 8 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 8 |
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
- Fuel system
“My car is a 2006 and after one of my fuel ups with the wife we smelled gas, thought it was nothing maybe some gas on my had or something.”
- Seats
“While driving noticed that there was a dull pain beginning in my back, looked at the drivers side seat and noticed that seat heater shorted out and left dime sized hole in upholstery as well as discoloring piece of…”
- Engine
“My wife was driving her 2006 volkswagen rabbit on us 98 preparing to enter I-4 when the vehicle entered limp home mode (epc light & check engine light on) rpms went to over 3000 and vehicle refused to go above 25mph,…”
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2006 Volkswagen Rabbit recall questions
How many recalls does the 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit. The most recent, 07V442000 (reported September 24, 2007), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit?
Engine and engine cooling is the most-reported component, named in 4 complaints out of 13 filed with NHTSA (31%). Across all complaints, owners reported 0 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2006 Volkswagen Rabbit?
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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