Volkswagen Golf 1988
Model Golf made in 1988 by Volkswagen got 9 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 6 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to communications, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding seats. The car had one investigation (visibility). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, seat belts and service brakes, hydraulic. The car has one 1.8l engine.
Model 1988
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 23/28/25 | 26/36/30 | Regular | $ 600 | 4 | 870904 |
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 25/33/28 | 28/42/33 | Regular | $ 536 | 4 | 870904 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V058000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 07/01/1985 to 06/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 358000 | 05/22/1992 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/14/1992 | 04/24/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel lines.vehicle description:passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 87V182000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 10/01/1987 to 11/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 784 | 04/14/1988 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 12/01/1987 | 12/10/1987 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Seat belt retractor pawl may not meet hardening specifications contained in volkswagens design standard. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Vehicles do not meet volkswagens design standard. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace front passive restraint seat belt assembly as necessary. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: front seat beltvehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with passive restraint seatbelt systems. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E018000 | FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 266 | 03/30/2006 | OVSC | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 03/01/2006 | 03/01/2006 | 571 | 106 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 hose rupture could occur which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, brake hoses. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Brake hose rupture could result in loss of braking ability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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 305-885-8646 ext. 11. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 93V129000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1987 to 07/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 76000 | 09/24/1993 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 08/02/1993 | 08/13/1993 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 line, causing brake fluid leakage and diminished braking in one brake circuit. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Diminished braking can result in increased stoppingdistances and a possible accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic lines.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with digifant engine managementsystems. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 87V175000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 07/01/1987 to 10/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 1900 | 05/16/1988 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 11/16/1987 | 11/23/1987 | 571 | 101 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Certain vehicles may not be marked with letters res to identify the resume function as required by fmvss 101. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Vehicles do not comply with fmvss 101. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace part of cruise switch portion. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: cruise control switch/fmvss 101.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with cruise control. | |||||||||||||||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V050000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1984 to 01/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 650000 | 05/29/1992 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/14/1992 | 04/20/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the heater core with an improved heater core. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: water heater; heater core.vehicle description: passenger automobiles. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEATS | |||||
| 0101 | 06/12/2001 | 621613 | Subject regarding latch system lower anchors and tethers for children, installing / retrofitting. *tt | 09/27/2001 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | ||||||
| EA91054 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 12/09/1991 | 06/12/1992 | HEATER CORE FAILURE | 92V050000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATIONS - HORN ASSEMBLY | |||
| 07/06/2000 | 5 | 06/01/1988 | |
| The horn assembly is placed in the front left portion of the automoible close to the road surface. when water splashes up from the front left tire, it causes one or both of the dual horn system to fail, creating a potentially dangerous situation of not being able to use horn in an emergency. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 09/12/1996 | 1 | ||
| An electrical short in the dash, caused the dash to catch on fire while vehicle was parked.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 01/04/2001 | 1 | ||
| While driving the vehicle stalled, the consumer pulled over and restarted the vehicle when he noticed flames coming from under the hood (ohio traffic crash report). nlm | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT | |||
| 01/02/1997 | 04/25/1988 | ||
| Vehicle has a two point seat belt restraint system; there are no lap belts. *ak | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||
| Driving in rainy weather ot through even a slight puddle , vehicle loses its power steering. this happened even after new belts were installed. *ak | |||
| 05/23/1996 | 2 | ||
| Power steering failure, while driving through even a slight puddle vehicle loses its power steering. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY | |||
| 09/08/2009 | 1 | ||
| 1. i was driving home from school when the windshield fogged up and i was forced to roll down the window so i could see how far i was to the shoulder of the road. 2. 3. i had the heater core bypassed so i can drive the car at least. *tr | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||
| Vehicle is leaking anti-freeze from heater core, resulting in a bad odor within the passenger's compartment. also, windows fog up. consumer noted recall number 92v050000. however, this vehicle is not included due to vin. please provide any further details. *ak | |||
| 01/18/1996 | 8 | ||
| Heater core failed. *sd | |||