1990 Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen GTI and others recall: heater core

Volkswagen Of America,inc reported this safety recall on April 14, 1992. It covers about 650,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 650,000
reported: Apr 14, 1992
owners notified: May 29, 1992
related complaints: 5

Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system: heater core

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: Replace the heater core with an improved heater core.

Recall number 92V050000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about visibility problems.

1990 Volkswagen Golf 1990 Volkswagen GTI 1990 Volkswagen Jetta

Questions about recall 92V050000

Is there a recall on the 1990 Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen GTI and others heater core?

Yes. Recall 92V050000, reported on April 14, 1992, covers about 650,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 92V050000?

Replace the heater core with an improved heater core.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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