Volkswagen Golf 1992
Model Golf made in 1992 by Volkswagen got 6 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and seats. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, seats and structure. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic. The car has one 1.8l engine.
Model 1992
| 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 | 26/36/30 | Regular | $ 720 | 4 | 910821 |
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 25/32/28 | 27/41/32 | Regular | $ 643 | 4 | 910821 |
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. | |||||||||||||||
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 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 07/12/1995 | 2 | ||
| Key cylinder assembly failed, preventing key from moving/vehicle from starting. *skd | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM | |||
| 1 | |||
| Recall on the intake air pre-heating system denied due to location of residence in the us. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 1 | |||
| Fuel line hose leaking, inquires from nhtsa as to recalls regarding his vehicle. *ak | |||
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER | |||
| 03/15/1997 | |||
| Driver's side front seatback rest broke and collapsed. *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 02/27/1995 | 7 | ||
| Throttle sticks between 1500/2000 rpm, also lurches forward. *aw | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||
| 03/19/1998 | |||
| Consumer imported vehicle from canada, and is here in the usa, in school. consumers mail was forwarded to usa which contained a manufacturer's notice to check and update the preheating system of vehicle. volkswagen usa told consumer to take vehicle back to canada to have repairs done. because vehicle was bought in canada, any usa volkswagen. dealer is refusing to repair vehicle . consumer needs help in repairing defect. manufacturer noticed defect. *ak | |||