2003 Volkswagen Eurovan
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 4 of 15 complaints (27%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Body, Seats & Latches include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 35 in 2002 to 15 in 2003.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | vs. 2003 Minivan - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,900 | 3,900 | 4,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 16 | 16 | 16 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14–15 / 18 | 14–15 / 18 | 14–15 / 18 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 555 | 555 | 555 | |
| Complaints filed | 21 | 35 | 15 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 4 | 4 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 2 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 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 2003 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 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan?
Engine: 4 of 15 NHTSA complaints (27%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan get?
EPA rates it 16 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan?
EPA estimates $4,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| 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 | Premium | Minivan - 2WD | 14 mpg (low) | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $4,850 | 555 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 2.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minivan - 2WD | 15 mpg (high) | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $4,850 | 555 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 1 | 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)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 18V406000 · Jun 20, 2018
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2003 Volkswagen Passat sedan, Jetta, Jetta wagon, Golf, EuroVan, EuroVan Camper Van and EuroVan Chassis vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69X3.