Volkswagen FOX vs Toyota Echo
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | Volkswagen FOX | Toyota Echo |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 105 | 262 |
| Model years covered | 1987–1993 | 2000–2005 |
| Worst model year | — | 2000 |
| Best model year | — | 2005 |
| Crashes reported | 2 | 91 |
| Fires reported | 3 | 11 |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 65 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2 |
| Most complained-about part | Engine & Cooling | Airbags |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 5.7% | 64.5% |
Volkswagen FOX by year
What breaks
Engine & Cooling
29
27.6%
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
22
21.0%
Transmission & Drivetrain
9
8.6%
Electrical System
9
8.6%
Fuel & Propulsion
9
8.6%
Seat Belts
7
6.7%
Body & Structure
6
5.7%
Doors, Latches & Locks
4
3.8%
Toyota Echo by year
What breaks
Airbags
49
18.7%
Brakes
44
16.8%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
31
11.8%
Engine & Cooling
25
9.5%
Transmission & Drivetrain
21
8.0%
Electrical System
17
6.5%
Equipment & Accessories
10
3.8%
Suspension
9
3.4%