Volkswagen Thing years to avoid
Across 1973–1974, no single Thing year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1974 drew the most complaints; 1973 the fewest.
0
Total complaints
3
Recall campaigns
1973–1974
Years covered
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Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Thing year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1973 | 0 | 2 |
Common questions
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Thing have?
Across all model years, the Thing has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.