How many recalls does the 1985 VOLKSWAGEN GTI have?

The 1985 VOLKSWAGEN GTI has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 1985 VOLKSWAGEN GTI?

The most recent recall was issued on May 11, 1992 and relates to the heater and defroster system.

Is the 1985 VOLKSWAGEN GTI affected by any Canadian recalls?

Yes, there are 1 Transport Canada recall(s) for this vehicle.

1985 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Recalls Canada & USA

Transport CanadaCritical

May 11, 1992

1985 VOLKSWAGEN GTITransport Canada Recall #1992057

HEATER AND DEFROSTER

Defect

IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE WALL OF THE END CAP CONNECTING THE HEAT EXCHANGER'S CORE TO THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM COULD RUPTURE AND ALLOW HOT COOLANT TO ESCAPE. SHOULD THIS HAPPEN, SOME OF THE COOLANT COULD CONTACT THE DRIVER'S FEET, CAUSING INJURY AND STEAM UP THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE, IMPAIRING VISIBILITY.

Safety Risk

No risk description available.

Remedy

HEAT EXCHANGER WILL BE REPLACED.

145,236 vehicles affectedMfr ref: SD

1985 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Recalls — Canada & USA

1 Recall

Defect

Safety Risk

Remedy

Other Model Years

Other VOLKSWAGEN Models