1992 Volkswagen Golf
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1992
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 43 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 64 |
| 2000 | 88 |
| 2001 | 116 |
| 2002 | 74 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 3 |
| 2010 | 70 |
| 2011 | 110 |
| 2012 | 48 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 131 |
| 2016 | 85 |
| 2017 | 117 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 62 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 81 |
| 2023 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 6 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings and carburetor system.
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Fuel line hose leaking, inquires from NHTSA as to recalls regarding his vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-10-18
Visibility
1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing defroster/defogger/hvac system.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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Throttle sticks between 1500/2000 RPM, also lurches forward.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-05
Seats
1 of 6 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing recliner.
Electrical system
1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.
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Key cylinder assembly failed, preventing key from moving/vehicle from starting.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-16
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 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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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…
Buy-smart checklist
1992 Volkswagen Golf — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report 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 06E018000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1992 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 1992 Volkswagen Golf?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Volkswagen Golf have?
- 2 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.