The fuel pump may stop functioning without warning. This can occur because an electrical connector in the fuse panel may overheat and interrupt the electrical circuit.
1974-1989 · 9 model years
Volkswagen Dasher Problems by year
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the Volkswagen Dasher across 9 model years, and it has 5 recalls. The 1978 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1). The most reported problem area is the fuel system, followed by the seats & seat belts.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Dasher complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Dasher problems
Volkswagen Dasher recalls 5
On certain vehicles, porous spots may have developed on the interior surface of the threaded hole for the brake hose during the moulding process. These spots allow brake fluid to seep from the calipers during heavy brake applications.
The accelerator cable assembly in the involved vehicles could fail prematurely under certain operating conditions. This would either prevent the accelerator pedal from returning to the idle position or cause a loss of adequate engine power.
On the involved vehicles, the two guide bolts for each of the left and right side free-floating front brake calipers may not have been tightened according to specifications during assembly.
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Latest Dasher complaints
ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP FAILURE.
Automatic seat belt does not lock upon impact in a collision. Tt
Questions about the Volkswagen Dasher
Which Volkswagen Dasher years have the most problems?
What are the most common Volkswagen Dasher problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (1), seats & seat belts (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Dasher have?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls across all Volkswagen Dasher model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data