2009
Volkswagen
Rabbit
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170 hp @ - TBD - rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
170 hp
Horsepower
177 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
6-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.2 - 10.5 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity55.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
N/A
Cargo
1,046 mm
Front Legroom
897 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Satellite Radio
AM/FM Stereo
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Security
Security System
Wheel Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
13 ft9.7"
4.21m
Width
5 ft9.3"
1.76m
Height
4 ft10.2"
1.48m
Wheelbase
8 ft5.5"
2.58m
Gallery
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Colors
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Reflex Silver Metallic
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Black
#000000
Candy White
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United Gray Metallic
#585858
Tornado Red
#A40420
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
62 complaints reported to NHTSA
62
Total Reports
6
Crashes
2
Injuries
2
Fires
Most Common Issues
SERVICE BRAKES
44
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
11
STEERING
10
HYDRAULIC
5
POWER TRAIN
5
Recent Reports
ODI #11637753
Jan 22, 2025
SERVICE BRAKESHYDRAULICELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds or while idling, the vehicle occasionally stalled, and had to be restarted to operate as needed. The failure was intermittent. The contact stated that the ABS, tire pressure, and air bag warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that the recall repair could not be completed due to there not being a specific diagnostic code showing the extending ambiance reading a code of only 100 times and the requirement was 125 times. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 130,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Incident: Jan 12, 2025VIN: WVWDA71KX9W***
ODI #11582713
Apr 12, 2024
SERVICE BRAKESHYDRAULICELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control) after the contact had experienced the failure. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The vehicle stalled, and after several attempts, the vehicle restarted and was able to be driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed as ABS failure. The dealer was made aware of the failure but advised the contact that the failure had happened outside of the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Incident: Oct 1, 2021VIN: WVWDB71K09W***
ODI #11582420
Apr 11, 2024
SERVICE BRAKESHYDRAULICELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. The contact stated while driving 20-30 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle stopped abruptly and pulled to the right. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving and applying a moderate amount of pressure on the brake pedal. The check engine warning light and the ABS warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module was not communicating with the transmission. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) which he related to the failure; however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted several times. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Incident: Mar 5, 2024VIN: WVWDB71K19W***
ODI #11558482
Dec 5, 2023
Crash1 injured
SERVICE BRAKESFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
I am making a complaint against volkswagen for refusing to perform the abs safety recall. The ABS module is dead, I found out the hard way that I have no ABS or traction control. I stopped on the highway and lost control, I could have died and the van that hit me twice could did worse. The dealer refuses to perform the recall and is completely unhelpful. Yes there were warning lights and thats why I took it to the dealer. P.S. This happened a day before the accident. Two different VW dealers refused to perform the ABS module recall on my car even though Volkwagen customer care called to make my appointment, the car was too old, the repair was to expensive and also that the module wasnt communicating. It specifically says it in the recall, that if the module is not responding to replace it. The next day when I driving the car on the highway, I stepped on the brakes and the car started spinning on the highway, It spun into another lane and hit another car. I realized that the car did exactly what a car with no ABS would do.
Incident: Nov 30, 2023VIN: WVWBA71K59W***
ODI #11475533
Jul 24, 2022
POWER TRAINELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ABS control module is malfunctioning and affecting steering and braking as well as the speedometer and acceleration. It was reported to the dealer and will be replaced, however the part is backordered with no ETA. Check engine, steering wheel , brake, EPC, and ABS lights present, first appearing approcimately February 2022.
Incident: Feb 1, 2022VIN: WVWAA71K09W***
ODI #11405384
Mar 29, 2021
SERVICE BRAKESHYDRAULICENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGFUEL SYSTEMGASOLINEELECTRICAL SYSTEMELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE SPEED ODOMETER WENT TO ZERO AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE FORWARD. SEVERAL UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED NOR DIAGNOSED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V913000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL) AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION TO THE FAILURE HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 115,000.
Incident: Mar 3, 2021VIN: WVWAA71K79W***
ODI #11402941
Mar 14, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES
ABS ,, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL IS BLINKING, THATS MEAN THE ABS MODULE IS FAIL
Incident: Oct 15, 2018VIN: WVWBB71K69W***
ODI #11386851
Jan 6, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES
NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V913000 LISTS 2009 VOLKSWAGEN RABBITS TO BE AFFECTED IN THIS RECALL. I AM CURRENTLY FACING THE SAME EXACT ISSUE DESCRIBED AND MY CAR ALSO MATCHES THIS DESCRIPTION. HOWEVER, WHEN I DID A VIN SEARCH, IT SHOWS THAT THIS CAR IS NOT LISTED. CAN I GET MY CAR ONTO THE LIST?
Incident: Jan 1, 2017VIN: WVWBB71K59W***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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