2
recalls
The Volkswagen Type IV has 2 recalls covering 88,100 vehicles as reported; model year 1972 is covered by the most (1).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
2
Most for 1972: 1
Units affected
88K
As reported
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Complaints, 12 mo
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To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
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None
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Recalls by model year
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Parts recalled
Recalls of the Volkswagen Type IV by component
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 10K units
- Steering1 · 78K units
Volkswagen Type IV recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 1971 | Volkswagen Type I, Type III, Type IV (1971): SteeringNo. 71V005000 | Other or not stated | 78,100 |
| Sep 21, 1971 | Volkswagen Type I, Type II, Type III, Type IV (1972): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 71V163000 | Other or not stated | 10,000 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1972 Volkswagen Type IV recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1972 Volkswagen Type IV. 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 Type IV have?
2 recalls cover the Volkswagen Type IV, for 88,100 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is service brakes, hydraulic (1 recalls).
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.