| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Mfr Report Date | 19850701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 92V058000 |
| 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 | FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAN CAUSE AN UNDERHOOD FIRE IF THE FUEL COMES IN CONTACT WITH A SOURCE OF IGNITION. |
| Remedy | 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. |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Mfr Report Date | 19910801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 93V102000 |
| Summary | AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS MAY HAVE BEEN ROUTED TOO CLOSE TO A SHEET METAL EDGE. THE WIRING CAN BECOME DAMAGED DURING NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION DUE TO CHAFING, RESULTING IN AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. |
| Consequence | IF A SHORT OCCURS, EITHER THE ENGINE COULD STALL ORTHE RADIATOR FAN COULD STOP OPERATING CAUSING THE ENGINE TO OVERHEAT. EITHERCONDITION COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT. |
| Remedy | REROUTE AND SECURE VARIOUS WIRING HARNESSES INSIDE THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH A VR6 ENGINE. |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Mfr Report Date | 19910801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 98V295000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VR6 ENGINES. A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT SUCH AS THE THERMO SWITCH, RADIATOR FAN, OR WATER PUMP, CAN MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE AND COOLANT SYSTEM PRESSURE TO INCREASE SIGNIFICANTLY. OVER TIME, EXCESSIVE PRESSURE CAN CAUSE LEAKAGE OF COOLANT FROMTHE SYSTEM, INCLUDING LEAKAGE FROM THE HEAT EXCHANGER. |
| Consequence | LEAKAGE OF HOT COOLANT FROM THE HEAT EXCHANGER CAN CAUSE INJURY TO THE FEET OF THE DRIVER OR STEAM UP THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE TEMPORARILY IMPAIRING THE DRIVER'S VISION. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSTALL IN THE COOLANT INLET HOSE TO THE HEATER CORE, A PRESSURE REDUCER WITH A 5MM DIAMETER SECURED BY A SPRING TENSIONED HOSE CLAMP. ALSO A NEW RELAY THAT WILL CHANGE THE OPERATION OF THE SECONDARY ELECTRICAL COOLANT PUMP WILL BE INSTALLED. DEALERS WILL ALSO PERFORM A FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF THE COOLING SYSTEM TO MAKE SURE THAT ALL COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS OPERATE PROPERLY. |
| Notes | OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 22, 1999.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 VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
Data updated January 2023
1992 Volkswagen Corrado Recall FAQs (show)
Q: Does the 1992 Volkswagen Corrado have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 1992 Volkswagen Corrado has atleast 3 recalls.Q: What are the 1992 Volkswagen Corrado recalls?
A: The 1992 Volkswagen Corrado recalls include: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM.
A: Yes, the 1992 Volkswagen Corrado has atleast 3 recalls.Q: What are the 1992 Volkswagen Corrado recalls?
A: The 1992 Volkswagen Corrado recalls include: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM.