Volkswagen Corrado 1990

• Recall 16525 [USA]: 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.
  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.
  dealers will replace the heat exchanger on these vehicles.
  system: engine cooling system. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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• Recall 22378 [USA]: Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition.
  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.
  replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp.
  system: fuel lines.Vehicle description:passenger cars.

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• Recall 22296 [USA]: A loose and improperly seated fuel pump can causereduced fuel flow to the engine resulting in possible drivability problems andstalling of the vehicle.
  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.
  replace fuel filter.
  system: fuel pump filter.Vehicle description: passenger cars.

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• Recall 1996109 [Canada]: Heater and defroster
  Increased coolant pressure due to engine overheating could result in rupture of heat exchanger causing personal injury, or, steaming of interior. Correction: heat exchanger will be replaced on affected vehicles.

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• Recall 1993143 [Canada]: Fuel supply
  The fuel hose attached to the fuel distribution rail, located in the engine compartment, may not be adequately clamped. This could lead to fuel seepage at the hose connection. Escaping fuel could come into contact with hot engine components and possibly cause an engine compartment fire. Correction: fuel hose attached to the fuel rail will be replaced and existing hose clamps will be replaced with a new spring type hose clamp.

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• Recall 1991104 [Canada]: Fuel supply
  Under certain operating conditions, the fuel filter housing, which also serves as the base for the fuel pump, could deform resulting in the fuel pump becoming loose. A loose and thus improperly seated fuel pump could cause reduced fuel flow to the engine resulting in possible driveability problems and vehicle stalling. Correction: fuel pump will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

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• Recall 1990105 [Canada]: Lights and instruments
  These vehicles do not comply with c.M.V.S.S. 108 - lighting. Daytime running lights will not operate with the three position light switch in the second position. Correction: main light switch will be replaced on jetta, corrado and passat and a relay with wiring harness will be installed.

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To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

Tl* the contact owns a 1990 volkswagen corrado. The contact was driving approximately 60-65 mph with the defroster activated when excessive amounts of steam began to emit through the vents. The vehicle was diagnosed by a certified mechanic who informed the contact that there was a small leak coming from the heater core. The vehicle was not repaired. There was a recall associated with the nhtsa campaign id number: 96v115000 (engine and engine cooling:cooling system) but the contacts vin was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 136,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 1990 volkswagen corrado. The heater core failed while driving. He noticed steam emitting from the vents as well as coolant on the windshield. He referenced recall 96v115000 and was told that his vehicle was not included in the recall but the dealer repaired the vehicle free of charge in 1998. However, in 2009, the part failed again. He called the dealership and was told that they would not repair the vehicle free of charge this time and referred him to the manufacturer. When he called the manufacturer, he was told that since the warranty expired, no assistance would be provided. The current mileage was 217,762. The failure mileage was 217,758.

Dt*: the contact stated the heater core leaks. There is an nhtsa recall, # 96v115000, regarding the engine and engine cooling: cooling system. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin.

Driving along an interstate at approximately 65 mph, the heater core in my 1990 vw corrado developed a major leak all of a sudden, causing very hot coolant to pour on my right leg and foot, and subsequently causing the windshield to steam up instantly, causing loss of outward vision and loss of control of the car. I was able to find the side of the road using the "rumble strips", and called a tow truck. I am aware of a recall on some 1990 vw corrados, but according to my dealer my vehicle is not within the vin range for this recall, regardless of the fact my vehicle uses the same faulty heater core as the ones that are covered by the recall. The dealer will not agree to remedy the problem. *nm

Consumer states cooliant is leaking into the vehicle while driving. Problem is due to a heater coil failure, dealer and the mfr has been notified and informed that the vehicle vin# was not cover. Ts

Volkswagen refuses to pay for seatbelt due to "age and miles" and "outside influences." there are several corrado owners who have had the same problem, therefore substantial evidence exists that indicates a defect. I am requesting both driver side and passenger side seatbelts to be replaced by the manufacturer, free of charge.*ak

Consumer states that the passenger side automatic seat belt stop working, it stuck in the out position, will not retract back into position. Leaving passenger un protected in an accident. Nlm

Heater core failure caused windshield to fog up while driving. Even with vents closed it still caused poor visibility. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a recall due to vin. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter. *ak

Heater core failure which resulted in steam inside the passenger compartment and on the inside of the windshield, blocking visibility. Contacted local volkswagen dealership and was told there is no recall for this problem. Was quoted $680.00 to repair.*ak