Volkswagen Golf 1990
Model Golf made in 1990 by Volkswagen got 10 consumer complains, 3 investigations there are 5 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, seat belts and service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, seats and structure. The car had some investigations: structure, visibility. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic and visibility. The car has one 1.8l engine.
Model 1990
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 23/28/25 | 26/35/29 | Regular | $ 630 | 4 | 890831 |
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 25/32/28 | 27/41/32 | Regular | $ 562 | 4 | 890831 |
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 - 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. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E018000 | FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 266 | 03/30/2006 | OVSC | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 03/01/2006 | 03/01/2006 | 571 | 106 | ||||||
| Defect 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 Summary | Brake hose rupture could result in loss of braking ability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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 http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | ||||||||||||||||
| 90V142000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 02/01/1990 to 06/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 11000 | 08/23/1990 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 08/06/1990 | 08/22/1990 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Omission of air ducts intended to guide flow of cooling air to left and right front brake calipers could allow brake fluid to exceed allowable operating temperature under certain operating conditions. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If brake fluid boils, this could result in reducedbraking pressure with potential for an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install missing left and right front air ducts. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brake caliper air ducts.vehicle description: passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 93V129000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1987 to 07/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 76000 | 09/24/1993 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 08/02/1993 | 08/13/1993 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | An engine preheating tube may not be properly supported due to a missing support bracket, causing the preheating tube to chafe against the right front metal brake line. this can damage the hydraulic line, causing brake fluid leakage and diminished braking in one brake circuit. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Diminished braking can result in increased stoppingdistances and a possible accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic lines.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with digifant engine managementsystems. | |||||||||||||||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V050000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1984 to 01/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 650000 | 05/29/1992 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/14/1992 | 04/20/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the heater core with an improved heater core. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: water heater; heater core.vehicle description: passenger automobiles. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | ||||||
| PE92089 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 12/17/1992 | 03/03/1993 | DETACHMENT OF BUMPER COVER | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA93008 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 03/03/1993 | 09/17/1993 | DETACHMENT OF BUMPER COVER | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | ||||||
| EA91054 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 12/09/1991 | 06/12/1992 | HEATER CORE FAILURE | 92V050000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 02/04/2001 | 0 | ||
| While driving could see a light burning on floor of vehicle . consumer got out of vehicle and saw u a blue flame. vehicle started filling up with smoke. fire could not be put out. fire department stated that fire started from engine compartment to trunk. vehicle was totaled. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK | |||
| 10/18/2002 | 83000 | 1 | 07/01/2002 |
| Consumer states that while driving and with no warning the wiring in the trunk caught on fire and the consumer was forced to pull over to exit the vehicle. dealer notified ts consumer had turned on the rear defrost for the first time. there was a cracking sound and a stream of smoke came up from the drivers side rear hatch area. the vehicle was completely destroyed. *jg *jb | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT | |||
| This vehicle was manufactured without front lap belts, but do have shoulder belts. dealer says vehicle is safe. *ak | |||
| 11/06/1998 | |||
| The vehicle isn't safe due to the fact that the vehicle doesn't have lap belts. *ak | |||
| 09/01/1990 | |||
| Seat belt failure. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 10/15/1998 | |||
| Consumer has received a recall leter, and has contacted the dealer. parts are not available. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 10/07/2000 | 0 | ||
| While driving at 40 to 45 mph heard a snap and that was rotors snapping in half, lost all brakes and steering. there were five recalls on vehicle that had never been done.*ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 09/26/1995 | |||
| Car was put into drive didn't press on the gas car accelerate and hit a park car no injury . tt | |||
| 07/07/1995 | |||
| Sudden acceleration of vehicle while driving. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||
| 11/02/1998 | 1 | 01/01/1991 | |
| While driving home from work, the passenger compartment of my car suddenly begin to fog up. i was coasting toward a stop light and as soon as i stopped i noticed antifreeze pouring in from around the firewall area. i was only a few blocks from home so i watched the temperature gauge and proceeded slowly- somehow keeping my feet suspended off of the floor to avoid the hot antifreeze. i suspected the heater core because i knew that it was internal to the passenger compartment. i replaced this myself because the dealer said they would charge between 600-800.00 for this repair. this was the biggest pain the neck to repair because i had to remove the dashboard to access the heater core. plus i had to replace the carpet because it is almost impossible to get antifreeze out of carpet. now i know why the dealer charges so much! *ak | |||