Does the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan, the most recent reported on June 13, 2018 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan?

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).

How many 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2003 Volkswagen Eurovan recalls and problems

1 recall and 15 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2003 Volkswagen Eurovan recalls

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 18V406000 · reported June 13, 2018 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 2,564 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2003 Volkswagen Passat sedan, Jetta, Jetta wagon, Golf, EuroVan, EuroVan Camper Van and EuroVan Chassis vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
The risk: In 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 resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69X3.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine and engine cooling3
Electrical system2
Latches/locks/linkages2
Seat belts2
Seats2
Structure2
Unknown or other2
Engine1
Equipment1
Power train1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 5, 2020 · Suspension · 62,500 miles · fire reported
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. CLARE FIRE DEPT. AT 207 W. FIFTH ST., CLARE, MICHIGAN 48617 INCIDENT REPORT #19-000168 WAS FILED ABOUT AUGUST 22…

Jun 18, 2017 · Electrical system · 100,000 miles · fire reported
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. WARMING UP THE ENGINE FOR ABOUT 8 MINUTES IN THE MORNING BEFORE DRIVING TO WORK.

Jan 3, 2017 · Engine and engine cooling · 92,000 miles
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. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A LEAK IN THE MANIFOLD, WHICH CAUSED EXHAUST FUMES TO ENTER THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE…

Aug 3, 2016 · Engine · 65,000 miles
DRIVING ABOUT 30 MPH, STRAIGHT AND LEVEL DOWN MAIN STREET IN WOODLAND PARK , CO AND EXPERIENCED A LOUD POP, NOISE AND VIBRATION. ENGINE LURCHED TO A STOP. HARD TO CONTROL VEHICLE. WE STOPPED IMMEDIATELY. WE THOUGHT WE HAD HIT SOMETHING. TURNED OUT THE COOLING SYSTEM FAN BLADES DISINTEGRATED. PIECES (SCHRAPNEL)…

Jan 17, 2016 · Unknown or other · 145,000 miles
THE COVER OF THE COMPONENTS UNDERNEATH THE STEERING WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY. IT LANDED RIGHT ON TOP OF THE BRAKE PEDAL AND GAS PEDAL. AT FIRST I DIDN'T REALIZE WHAT HAPPENED, I JUST BECAME AWARE THAT SOMETHING WAS BLOCKING MY FOOT FROM REACHING THE BRAKE PEDAL. FORTUNATELY THIS DID NOT RESULT IN AN…

Eurovan model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	0	25	0	1
2001	1	21	1	1
2002	0	35	0	4
2003	1	15	0	4
2004	0	1	0	0

Across all years, the 2002 Eurovan has the most complaints (35). All Volkswagen Eurovan years →

Questions

Does the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan, the most recent reported on June 13, 2018 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan?: Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).
How many 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 5, 2020.