Volkswagen Type Ii years to avoid
Across 1968–1978, no single Type Ii year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1978 drew the most complaints; 1978 the fewest.
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Total complaints
13
Recall campaigns
1968–1978
Years covered
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Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Type Ii year
Common questions
What is the best year for the Volkswagen Type Ii?
By complaint volume, 1978 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Type Ii years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Type Ii have?
Across all model years, the Type Ii has 13 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.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.