1989 Volkswagen Corrado
Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 50 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
No complaint components on file for this model year.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: REPLACE THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL RAIL AND INSTALL A NEW SPRING TYPE SELF-TIGHTENING CLAMP.
Campaign 92V058000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEAT EXCHANGER ON THESE VEHICLES.
Campaign 96V115000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1989 Volkswagen Corrado — pre-purchase inspection
- Verify recall 92V058000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V115000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1989 Volkswagen Corrado reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 1989 Volkswagen Corrado have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.