MYRModel Year Report

1991 Volkswagen Golf

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1991 Volkswagen Golf
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:51:06.597Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 13 complaints 1987: 4 complaints 1988: 9 complaints 1989: 17 complaints 1990: 10 complaints 1991: 8 complaints 1991 8 1992: 6 complaints 1993: 7 complaints 1994: 43 complaints 1995: 43 complaints 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 7 complaints 1998: 18 complaints 1999: 64 complaints 2000: 88 complaints 2000 2001: 116 complaints 2002: 74 complaints 2003: 26 complaints 2004: 28 complaints 2005: 19 complaints 2005 2006: 12 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2008: 1 complaint 2009: 3 complaints 2010: 70 complaints 2010 2011: 110 complaints 2012: 48 complaints 2013: 43 complaints 2014: 12 complaints 2015: 131 complaints 2015 2016: 85 complaints 2017: 117 complaints 2018: 29 complaints 2019: 62 complaints 2020: 6 complaints 2020 2021: 7 complaints 2022: 81 complaints 2023: 11 complaints
1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 13 complaints 1987: 4 complaints 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 17 complaints 1990: 10 complaints 1991: 8 complaints 1991 8 1992: 6 complaints 1993: 7 complaints 1994: 43 complaints 1994 1995: 43 complaints 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 18 complaints 1999: 64 complaints 2000: 88 complaints 2000 2001: 116 complaints 2002: 74 complaints 2003: 26 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2005: 19 complaints 2006: 12 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2008: 1 complaint 2009: 3 complaints 2009 2010: 70 complaints 2011: 110 complaints 2012: 48 complaints 2012 2013: 43 complaints 2014: 12 complaints 2015: 131 complaints 2015 2016: 85 complaints 2017: 117 complaints 2018: 29 complaints 2018 2019: 62 complaints 2020: 6 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2021 2022: 81 complaints 2023: 11 complaints
1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 13 complaints 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 9 complaints 1989: 17 complaints 1989 1990: 10 complaints 1991: 8 complaints 1991 8 1992: 6 complaints 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 43 complaints 1995: 43 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 18 complaints 1999: 64 complaints 1999 2000: 88 complaints 2001: 116 complaints 2001 2002: 74 complaints 2003: 26 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2005: 19 complaints 2005 2006: 12 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaint 2009: 3 complaints 2009 2010: 70 complaints 2011: 110 complaints 2011 2012: 48 complaints 2013: 43 complaints 2013 2014: 12 complaints 2015: 131 complaints 2015 2016: 85 complaints 2017: 117 complaints 2017 2018: 29 complaints 2019: 62 complaints 2019 2020: 6 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2021 2022: 81 complaints 2023: 11 complaints 2023

1991: 8 complaints

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YearComplaints
198510
198613
19874
19889
198917
199010
19918
19926
19937
199443
199543
19963
19977
199818
199964
200088
2001116
200274
200326
200428
200519
200612
20072
20081
20093
201070
2011110
201248
201343
201412
2015131
201685
2017117
201829
201962
20206
20217
202281
202311

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility

3 of 8 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing heater core and switch/wiring.

INJURY
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Top section of heater core cracked open while engine at idle speed allowing very hot coolant to enter the cockpit driver and pass. Side at the foot level.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-09-18

Electrical system

3 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and starter assembly.

CRASHINJURY
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Driving vehicle at speed 40 MPH, had complete loss of power, impact 3:00 position. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-12

Vehicle speed control

1 of 8 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Structure

1 of 8 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing bumpers.

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 8 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    1992-05-22Fuel system, gasoline92V058000 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.

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    1992-12-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-03-03 Detachment of bumper cover
  3. I
    1993-03-03Engineering analysisClosed 1993-09-17 Detachment of bumper cover
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    1993-09-24Service brakes, hydraulic93V129000 An engine preheating tube may not be properly supported due to a missing support bracket, causing the preheating tube to chafe against the right front metal brake line. This can damage the hydraulic…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line.

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    2006-03-30Service brakes, hydraulic06E018000 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…

    Remedy: 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…

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Buy-smart checklist

1991 Volkswagen Golf — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 92V058000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 93V129000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 06E018000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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FAQ

Is the 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 1991 Volkswagen Golf?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Volkswagen Golf have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.