Model year
2001 Volkswagen Eurovan
NHTSA lists 1 recall and 21 complaints for the 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (2), ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE (2), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP (2). NHTSA lists 2 investigations. NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 16 mpg combined (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $4,200, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
Recalls
02V136000 · May 16, 2002
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGES (TETHER ANCHORAGES) FOR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH CHILD RESTRAINTS INSTALLED IN THE THREE REARMOST SEATING POSITIONS, THE "SAFETY FIRST" PORTION OF THE OWNER'S MANUAL DELIVERED WITH THESE VEHICLES INCORRECTLY INSTRUCTS…
Complaints
21 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 1, fire flag on 1, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| RQ07002 | ENGINE COOLING FAN BLADE FRACTURE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN | Sep 5, 2007 | Jan 4, 2008 |
| EA08002 | ENGINE COOLING FAN BLADE FRACTURE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN | Jan 4, 2008 | Mar 14, 2008 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eurovan Camper · 2.8L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 14 | 18 | 16 | — | — | $4,200 |
| Eurovan · 2.8L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 18 | 16 | — | — | $4,200 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.