1992 Volkswagen Corrado
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
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
56% of complaints: visibility — 28 distinct reports on file.
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HEATER CORE RUPTURED.
NHTSA ODI report, 19980514
HEATER CORE FAILED CAUSING HOT SCALDING COOLANT TO SHOOT OUT OF VENTS CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 19980331
THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLASHED. THE CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE, AND AT THAT POINT THE VEHICLE'S CABIN BECAME FILLED WITH STEAM AND HOT RADIATOR FLUID WAS ON THE FLOOR BOARD. IT WAS DETERMINED THE HEATER CORE FAILED. *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030407
16% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 8 distinct reports on file.
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THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME DEFECT WITH THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM AS STATED IN RECALL 98 V 295 000, BUT THE VIN NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED. *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030409
6% of complaints: visibility — 3 distinct reports on file.
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HEATER CORE FAILED WHILE CAR WAS IN MOTION; DRIVER AND PASSENGER RECEIVED SEVERE BURNS TO FEET AND LEGS, AND AN ACCIDENT WAS NARROWLY AVOIDED.
NHTSA ODI report, 19981227
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: visibility — 2 distinct reports on file.
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
AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS MAY HAVE BEEN ROUTED TOO CLOSE TO A SHEET METAL EDGE. THE WIRING CAN BECOME DAMAGED DURING NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION DUE TO CHAFING, RESULTING IN AN ELEC
Remedy: REROUTE AND SECURE VARIOUS WIRING HARNESSES INSIDE THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Campaign 93V102000 — check if this car was fixed
HEATER CORE RUPTURE
HEATER CORE REPTURE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VR6 ENGINES. A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT SUCH AS THE THERMO SWITCH, RADIATOR FAN, OR WATER PUMP, CAN MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL IN THE COOLANT INLET HOSE TO THE HEATER CORE, A PRESSURE REDUCER WITH A 5MM DIAMETER SECURED BY A SPRING TENSIONED HOSE CLAMP. ALSO A NEW RELAY THAT WILL CHANGE THE OPERATION OF
Campaign 98V295000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Volkswagen Corrado — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 92V058000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 93V102000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V295000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1992 Volkswagen Corrado reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Volkswagen Corrado?
The most-reported component is visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:heater core, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Volkswagen Corrado have?
3 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.