1997 Volkswagen Eurovan
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Fuel System
Fuel System leads by volume: 3 of 14 complaints (21%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Electrical include more fire reports (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1995 | 1997 | 1999 | vs. 1997 Vans |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,150 | 4,450 | 4,150–4,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 15 | 14 | 14–15 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14 / 17 | 13 / 17 | 13 / 17–18 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 592 | 635 | 592–635 | |
| Complaints filed | 6 | 14 | 17 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 1 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan?
Fuel System: 3 of 14 NHTSA complaints (21%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan get?
EPA rates it 14 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan?
EPA estimates $4,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 2.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Vans | 13 mpg | 17 mpg | 14 mpg | $4,450 | 635 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY · Campaign 97V016001 · Feb 26, 1997
Defect: DURING THE INSTALLATION OF THE CAMPER EQUIPMENT, AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED POWER TOOL DRILL BIT PUNCTURED THE FUEL TANK VAPOR CONTAINER.
Consequence: FUEL VAPORS CAN ESCAPE WHICH COULD CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy: VOLKSWAGEN DEALERS, ON BEHALF OF WINNEBAGO, WILL CHECK THE FUEL VAPOR CONTAINER FOR THE DEFECT AND IF A DEFECT IS PRESENT, THE FUEL VAPOR CONTAINER, WILL BE REPLACED.