1975 Volkswagen Rabbit Specifications

Specifications

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Production Years for Series :	1974 - 1983
Price :	$3,330-$4,030
Weight :	1760 lbs \| 798.323 kg

Performance

Top Speed :	93 mph \| 149.637 km/h

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4
Displacement :	1471 cc \| 89.8 cu in. \| 1.5 L.
Power :	70 BHP (51.52 KW) @ 5800 RPM
Torque :	81 Ft-Lbs (110 NM) @ 3500 RPM
Bore :	3.0 in \| 76 mm.
Stroke :	3.2 in \| 80 mm.
Compression :	8.2:1
Ignition system :	2 barrel carb

Transmission:
4 Manual

Production Figures

Total Volkswagen Production for 1975 :	268,751
1975 Volkswagen Rabbit

Handling

Recall

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Manufacturer	FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	06E018000
Summary	CERTAIN HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES, P/N 171.611.107B, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1975-1985 VOLKSWAGEN (VW) RABBIT; 1985-1992 VW GOLF; AND 1980-1992 VW JETTA PASSENGER VEHICLES. POSSIBLE BRAKE HOSE RUPTURE COULD OCCUR WHICH FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 106, 'BRAKE HOSES.'
Consequence	BRAKE HOSE RUPTURE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy	FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE BRAKE HOSES WITH COMPLIANT BRAKE HOSES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 30, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS AT 305-885-8646 EXT. 11.
Notes	CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
NHTSA Campaign ID	77V246000
Summary	ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES, THE ROLLER BEARING INSIDE THE STEERING GEAR BOX COULD BECOME DISLOCATED. THIS COULD CAUSE LOOSENESS AND EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING SYSTEM.
Remedy	DEALER WILL INSTALL A LOCK PLATE TO ENSURE THAT THE ROLLER BEARING STAYS IN ITS DESIGNED POSITION, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STEERING; STEERING BEARING LOCK PLATE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS CONDITION COULD AFFECT STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLYLEADING TO A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: IF EXCESSIVE FREE PLAY IS NOTICED IN THE STEERING SYSTEM, THE VEHICLESHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN AND THE DEALER SHOULD BE CONTACTED IMMEDIATELY.

Component	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
NHTSA Campaign ID	77V245000
Summary	THE ACCELERATOR CABLE ASSEMBLY IN THE INVOLVED VEHICLES COULD FAIL PREMATURELY UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS. THIS WOULD EITHER PREVENT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FROM RETURNING TO THE IDLE POSITION OR CAUSE A LOSS OF ADEQUATE ENGINE POWER.
Remedy	DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL A NEW ACCELERATOR CABLE, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: THROTTLE LINKAGE; ACCELERATOR CABLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: EITHER CONDITION WOULD ADVERSELY AFFECT VEHICLEHANDLING AND COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: IF ANY IRREGULAR ACCELERATOR PEDAL OPERATION IS EXPERIENCED, THE DEALERSHOULD BE CONTACTED IMMEDIATELY.

Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
NHTSA Campaign ID	79V120000
Summary	DUE TO AN IMPROPERLY SEALED ANTENNA MOUNTING HOLE, WATER COULD SEAP INTO THE FUSE RELAY BOARD. THE WATER ENTERING THE FUSE RELAY BOARD ACTS AS A CONDUCTOR OF CURRENT, THEREBY CHARGING THE STARTER.
Remedy	THE DEALER WILL SEAL ALL RADIO ANTENNA CABLE HOLES. IN ADDITION, ELECTRICAL PARTS OF THE RELAY/FUSE BOARD WILL BE CHECKED AND REPLACED IN THE CASE OF CORROSION.
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH STANDARD TRANSMISSIONS.SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; STARTER RELAY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THE STARTER COULD BE ACTIVATED AND THE VEHICLE COULDMOVE IF THE TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED.THIS COULD CAUSE INJURY TO PERSONS STANDING IN THE PATH OF THE MOVING VEHICLE.

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
Mfr Report Date	19740401
NHTSA Campaign ID	83V116000
Summary	BRAKE LINES INSTALLED UNDERNEATH THE CARPETING IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT MAY RUST DUE TO THE ENTRY OF WATER AND ROAD SALT. IF RUSTING REMAINS UNCHECKED, IT PRODUCES LEAKS IN THE LINES AND BRAKE FLUID MAY BE LOST.
Remedy	THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE INTERIOR BRAKE LINES AT NO COST TO OWNER. OWNERS ARE ALSO ADVISED THAT ALL BRAKE LINES SHOULD BE INSPECTED AT TWO-YEAR INTERVALS.
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; BRAKE LINES.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FAILURE OF ONE BRAKING CIRCUIT OF THE DUAL SYSTEMINCREASES THE VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE AND MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.FAILURE OF BOTH MAY CAUSE TOTAL LOSS OF BRAKES.NOTE: OWNERS ARE CAUTIONED TO HAVE VEHICLES WITH FAILED BRAKES TOWED TO THEDEALER. INDICATION OF FAILURE IS EVIDENCED BY SOFT RESISTANCE OF THE PEDAL ORTRAVEL OF THE PEDAL ALMOST TO THE FLOOR.

Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
Mfr Report Date	19740901
NHTSA Campaign ID	80V035000
Summary	ON SOME VEHICLES, THE FENDER OPENING THROUGH WHICH THE ANTENNA CABLE IS ROUTED MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SEALED. AS A RESULT, SPLASHED WATER FROM THE TIRES COULD ENTER PASSENGER COMPARTMENT THROUGH THE OPENING, ENTER THE FUSE RELAY BOARD AND CAUSE CORROSION OF THE TERMINALS. ALSO, BECAUSE WATER IS A GOOD CONDUCTOR OF ELECTRICITY, THE STARTER CAN BE ACTIVATED ACCIDENTALLY; THE HIGH FLOW OF ELECTRICITY MAY EXHAUST THE BATTERY WITHIN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. THUS RESTARTING THE ENGINE WOULD BECOME IMPOSSIBLE AND PARKING LIGHTS AND EMERGENCY FLASHERS WOULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Remedy	DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, SEAL THE RADIO ANTENNA HOLES AND REPLACE CORRODED COMPONENTS WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER..
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.SYSTEM: STRUCTURE; ANTENNA CABLE OPENING.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: VEHICLE WOULD BECOME DISABLED AND A VEHICLE ACCIDENTCOULD OCCUR IF TRAFFIC IS PRESENT.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

1975 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$4,250
Avg. Household Income :	$14,100
Avg. Home :	$39,300
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$0.44

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Q: How fast is the 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit? A: The 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit has a top speed of 93 mph.

Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit? A: The 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit has a wheelbase size of 94.50 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit? A: The 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit has a length of 155.30 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit? A: The 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit has a width of 63.40 inches.

Q: How much did the 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit cost when new?A: The 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit cost approximately $3,330 to $4,030 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit? A: The 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit was offered as a Custom 4 Door Hatchback, Custom Hatchback, Deluxe 4-door Hatchback, Deluxe Hatchback, Hatchback.

Q: How many vehicles did Volkswagen produce in 1975? A: Volkswagen produced 268,751 automobiles in 1975.

Q: What engine did the 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit have? A: The engine powering the 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit was a Inline 4 (1471 cc | 89.8 cu in. | 1.5 L.) with 70 BHP (51.52 KW) @ 5800 RPM and 81 Ft-Lbs (110 NM) @ 3500 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit have? A: The 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit had a 4 speed Manual gearbox.