Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Volkswagen Fox
Volkswagen Fox Models:
Volkswagen Fox Problems
Ignition wires may break down and cause misfires
Ignition wire breakdown is common, resulting in misfires.
Coolant and Oil Leaks
The water pump and/or other cooling system may develop a coolant leak. Oil leaking from the valve cover gasket is also common.
Transmission damage due to faild transmission oil cooler
Extensive transmission damage can occur in some of the automatic transmission models when the transmission oil cooler fails and allows coolant to mix with the automatic transmission fluid.
Reverse Gear Failures and/or Noise From Manual Transmission
Reverse gear failures in the manual transmission models are common.
1993 VW Fox Head Light Switch Broken
The switch above the steering wheel to turn on/off the headlights has lost traction. The button itself still moves, but it no longer goes through the three clicks (off/parking/on). Its just loose. Its the sort of sliding/toggle switch VW was using in the early 90's.
I tried to pop it off but got worried about breaking it so I stopped. I have a 1993 5spd Fox.
Thanks for any help/suggestions!
Volkswagen Fox Recalls (Recent)
Volkswagen Fox Recall 95V105000
Summary: IN THE EVENT OF A COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENT FAILURE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN, THE COOLANT CAN OVERHEAT CAUSING THE COOLING SYSTEM PRESSURE TO RISE TO A LEVEL WHERE A LEAK IN THE HEAT EXCHANGER CAN OCCUR.
Learn more »Volkswagen Cabriolet Recall 92V058000
Summary: THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTION RAIL ON THE ENGINE MAY SHRINK BEYOND THE CLAMP FORCE OF THE FUEL HOSE CLAMPS, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.
Learn more »Volkswagen Fox Recall 91V087000
Summary: METAL FUEL LINES WITH AN INCORRECT CONTOUR WERE INSTALLED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE INCORRECT CONTOUR CAN CAUSE THE METAL FUEL LINE TO RUB AGAINST THE INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Learn more »Volkswagen Fox Questions and Answers
Years ago when my car broke down, the Firestone guys told me that when they checked the area where you put your oil in ( and removed the dipstick) & ran the engine, there was air coming out of tha...
Both turn signals are not working in front or rear. The green light clicks on inside, but doesn't flash and click like it would if I was making a turn with the directional on. I'm going to try fu...
when i press on the brakes,the brake lights&park lights come on, but when release, both the tail&park lights goes off.
What is a rough estimate if only the the linkage needs repairing?
I thought it could be out of gas so I got some gas and then it started and died and wouldn't start again. The battery is fully charged, it turns over but will not start. I have replaced the spark p...
Volkswagen Fox Stories
I bough this car 5 year ago and has never let me down.
The VW Fox has a nice engine and transmission, they were trouble free for the few years I drove this car. The interior was pretty cheap and it handled terribly. The suspension was non responsive and it kind of floated as you drove it, much like an old Buick.