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

Transport CanadaCritical

May 11, 1992

HEATER AND DEFROSTER

At a glance

What can fail

If the engine overheats, the end cap wall connecting the heat exchanger to the cooling system may rupture, allowing hot coolant to escape onto the driver's feet and creating steam that blocks visibility.

What the fix does

The heat exchanger will be replaced with a new unit.

145,236 vehicles affected

Transport Canada #1992057 — full official notice →

Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.

1985 Volkswagen Gti

1985 Volkswagen Gti Recalls

1 Recall

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