Volkswagen Corrado 1991
Model Corrado made in 1991 by Volkswagen got 7 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and seats. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline . The car has one 1.8l engine.
Model 1991
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 19/27/22 | 21/34/25 | Regular | $ 853 | 3 | 901120 |
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 20/28/23 | 23/36/27 | Regular | $ 816 | 3 | 901120 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||||||||||||
| 91V068000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 10/01/1989 to 10/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 8500 | 05/09/1991 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/22/1991 | 04/25/1991 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The fuel filter housing, which serves as the base for the fuel pump (located in the fuel tank) could deform, resulting in the fuel pump becoming loose. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A loose and improperly seated fuel pump can causereduced fuel flow to the engine resulting in possible drivability problems andstalling of the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace fuel filter. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel pump filter.vehicle description: passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V058000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 07/01/1985 to 06/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 358000 | 05/22/1992 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/14/1992 | 04/24/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The fuel hose attached to the fuel distribution rail on the engine may shrink beyond the clamp force of the fuel hose clamps, allowing fuel to leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel lines.vehicle description:passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 9704109707D | 04/10/1997 | 53604 | Conditions with engine intermittently will not start. *yc | 03/30/1998 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 2015831 | 08/28/2008 | 10026848 | Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe | 12/29/2008 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| 9705169704F | 05/16/1997 | 53613 | Information obtaining the fluid capacity chart. *yc | 03/30/1998 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| 0101 | 06/12/2001 | 621613 | Subject regarding latch system lower anchors and tethers for children, installing / retrofitting. *tt | 09/27/2001 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | |||||
| 2015831 | 08/28/2008 | 10026848 | Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe | 12/29/2008 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||
| 06/11/1998 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle had blown a fuse for the air conditioner & power lock. took to dealer & mechanic noticed electrical wires looked like sawed. the main wire harness had rubbed against the ground straps on the oxygen sensors. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK | |||
| 02/01/1994 | |||
| No summary | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| There is oil in the cooling system oil and water mix. tt | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 02/01/1994 | |||
| No summary | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 02/01/1994 | |||
| No summary | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 06/18/1994 | 1 | ||
| Abs: anti-lock brake pump failed; lost all braking power; caused accident. tt | |||
| VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES - EXTERIOR | |||
| 04/01/1992 | 2 | 04/01/1992 | |
| Driver's side exterior rear view mirror is heated, causing silver to erode from the back of the glass, the usable part of the mirror grows smaller and smaller/poor visibility. | |||