Volkswagen Fox 1990
Model Fox made in 1990 by Volkswagen got 16 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 2 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, seats and structure. The car had one investigation (visibility). There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline. 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 | Manual, 4 gears | FWD | 25/30/27 | 28/38/32 | Regular | $ 583 | 3 | 890821 |
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 24/29/26 | 27/37/31 | Regular | $ 606 | 3 | 890821 |
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | FWD | 25/30/27 | 28/38/32 | Regular | $ 583 | 7 | 890821 |
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V105000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 10/01/1986 to 07/01/1993 | V (Vehicle) | 164000 | 09/22/1995 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 05/23/1995 | 05/31/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | In the event of a cooling system component failure while the vehicle is driven, the coolant can overheat causing the cooling system pressure to rise to a level where a leak in the heat exchanger can occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A leak or failure of the heat exchanger located under the dashboard can allow hot coolant to escape and cause injury to the feet of a passenger. hot coolant can also steam up the interior of the vehicle temporarily impairing the driver's visibility, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a bypass valve kit which is designed to route excessively hot coolant to the engine without flowing through the heat exchanger. dealers will also install a plastic cover underneath the dashboard on the passenger side to ensure that the passenger is not exposed to hot coolant in the event of a leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: engine cooling system.vehicle description:passenger cars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time,please contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| 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 - 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |||
| 02/28/2001 | |||
| Wires that control car burned out on highway, and vehicle shook and kept cutting off. fuel pump was not pumping fuel through out car.*ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 07/11/1996 | 1 | ||
| Driving the vehicle saw under the dash smoke, apparent electrical short, wiring caught on fire, vehicle complete burned. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 10/17/1996 | |||
| Recall no- 95v105000, the engine cooling system, no parts are available. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| The oil leak dealer fixed is still having the problem purchased used having more problem . tt` | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 02/28/2001 | |||
| Wires that control car burned out on highway, and vehicle shook and kept cutting off. fuel pump was not pumping fuel through out car.*ak | |||
| 07/01/1991 | |||
| Left turn only and hard acceleration engine will falter like starved for fuel. will occur with full or empty fuel tank. replaced fuel pump twice. | |||
| Owner states while in the gas station his vehicle caught fire, owner notes that fire started in the rear of the vehicle, he belives it may have been the fuel pump. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 09/08/1996 | |||
| The fuel tank cracked, causing a leak. please describe .*ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||
| 1 | 05/05/1990 | ||
| Fuel filler failure. | |||
| OTHER | |||
| 07/05/1991 | |||
| Recall location. | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| Purchase car new replaced the speedometer head two times and having the same problem now . tt | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | |||
| Owner tried to put the car in third gear and the gear shift lever broke off. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING | |||
| 02/17/1995 | 1 | ||
| Shoulder belt needs to be fasten to start the engine. copper wires moved and broke. tt | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||
| Hood flew up while driving hit windshield twice. please give more details. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||
| 11/15/1995 | |||
| Vehicle was involved in recall no 95v105000, dealer replaced heater core which ruined the engine. tt | |||
| 03/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Heater core failed. *skd | |||