6
recalls
The Volkswagen Camper has 6 recalls covering 62,258 vehicles as reported; model year 1987 is covered by the most (4).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
6
Most for 1987: 4
Units affected
62K
As reported
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Complaints, 12 mo
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To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
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None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Volkswagen Camper by component
- Fuel system, gasoline2 · 28K units
- Latches/locks/linkages2 · 34K units
- Tires1 · 130 units
- Vehicle speed control1 · 300 units
Volkswagen Camper recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 1989 | Volkswagen Camper, Syncro, Vanagon (1987-1989): Vehicle speed controlNo. 89V067000 | Crash risk | 300 |
| May 6, 1988 | Volkswagen Camper, Vanagon (1987-1988): TiresNo. 88V076000 | Other or not stated | 130 |
| Mar 23, 1988 | Volkswagen Camper, Vanagon (1986-1987): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 88V038000 | Fire | 12,000 |
| Apr 14, 1987 | Volkswagen Camper, Syncro, Vanagon (1986-1987): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 87V052000 | Poisoning | 15,500 |
| Nov 19, 1985 | Volkswagen Camper, Vanagon (1985): Latches/locks/linkagesNo. 85V152000 | Falls | 18,328 |
| Jul 10, 1984 | Volkswagen Camper, Vanagon (1981-1982): Latches/locks/linkagesNo. 84V084000 | Other or not stated | 16,000 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1989 Volkswagen Camper recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1989 Volkswagen Camper. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Camper have?
6 recalls cover the Volkswagen Camper, for 62,258 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is fuel system, gasoline (2 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Volkswagen Camper?
Engine and engine cooling: named in 1 of the 2 safety complaints about the Volkswagen Camper, then tires (1). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.