2004 Volkswagen R32 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 15%of 13 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the body and structure of the 2004 Volkswagen R32, 15% of the 13 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased the car in nov 2006 and since then had numerous problems with the car, right form the start. Tire pressure light was on for 10 months, unable to fix, remote garage opener not working properly, remote control doesn't open the car, back door doesn't open at all, one of the studs underneath broke on freeway going to las vegas, engine light on, car overheating.”
NHTSA complaint #10213125, filed 2007-12, 30,000 miles“Dt: the consumer stated that the rearview mirror shook to the point that he could not see through it. Whenever the vehicle was in motion the rearview mirror would shake. When going over a bumps the problem would get worse. This problem has occurred since the vehicle was purchased. (11/22/05) also, the doors would squeak.”
NHTSA complaint #10140613, filed 2005-10Related service bulletins
- 10236426Sep 23, 2016Contacting the parts helpline
- 10242996Dec 8, 2014VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10242399Mar 4, 2013VW Elsa Newsletter
- 10026848Aug 28, 2008Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. Heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2 | 15% |
Other parts of the 2004 Volkswagen R32
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Volkswagen R32
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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