1990 Volkswagen Corrado Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 96V115000Jul 1, 19968,100 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
  Covers: Volkswagen Corrado 1989–1990, Passat 1988–1990

  Reported issue: In the event the engine overheats and the vehicle is operated continuously in that condition, the coolant pressure will rise to a level at which the heat exchanger could leak.

  Possible consequence: A leaking heat exchanger will allow hot coolant to escape causing injury to the driver's feet or could steam up the interior of the vehicle temporarily impairing the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the heat exchanger on these vehicles.

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• 92V058000Apr 14, 1992358,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Volkswagen Corrado 1989–1992, Jetta 1988–1992, Golf 1988–1992 +5 more

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition.

  Remedy: Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp.

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• 91V068000Apr 22, 19918,500 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
  Covers: Volkswagen Corrado 1990–1991

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: A loose and improperly seated fuel pump can causereduced fuel flow to the engine resulting in possible drivability problems andstalling of the vehicle.

  Remedy: Replace fuel filter.

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