Recall 96V-115
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1990 Volkswagen Corrado and 1 other model: Engine and engine cooling (cooling system).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-115
- Reported
- July 1, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 8,100 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
Dealers will replace the heat exchanger on these vehicles.
Notes from the manufacturer
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-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Corrado 1990
- Volkswagen Passat 1990