What's Wrong with the 1st Generation (1989–1993) Fox?

Fox owners have made 3 complaints about the 1989–1993 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 4th out of 46 VW generations in overall reliability, with some electrical and transmission concerns.

What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

1st Generation (1989–1993) Fox Key Numbers

  1. 5 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 3 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 4th in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 46 eligible generations.