CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Volkswagen Golf has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (3 reports).
1988 Volkswagen Golf recalls
Most common 1988 Volkswagen Golf problems
Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
1. I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM SCHOOL WHEN THE WINDSHIELD FOGGED UP AND I WAS FORCED TO ROLL DOWN THE WINDOW SO I COULD SEE HOW FAR I WAS TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. 2. 3. I HAD THE HEATER CORE BYPASSED SO I CAN DRIVE THE CAR AT LEAST. *TR
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED, THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE WHEN HE NOTICED FLAMES COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). NLM
THE HORN ASSEMBLY IS PLACED IN THE FRONT LEFT PORTION OF THE AUTOMOIBLE CLOSE TO THE ROAD SURFACE. WHEN WATER SPLASHES UP FROM THE FRONT LEFT TIRE, IT CAUSES ONE OR BOTH OF THE DUAL HORN SYSTEM TO FAIL, CREATING A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION OF NOT BEING ABLE TO USE HORN IN AN EMERGENCY. *AK
VEHICLE IS LEAKING ANTI-FREEZE FROM HEATER CORE, RESULTING IN A BAD ODOR WITHIN THE PASSENGER'S COMPARTMENT. ALSO, WINDOWS FOG UP. CONSUMER NOTED RECALL NUMBER 92V050000. HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE IS NOT INCLUDED DUE TO VIN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
DRIVING IN RAINY WEATHER OT THROUGH EVEN A SLIGHT PUDDLE , VEHICLE LOSES ITS POWER STEERING. THIS HAPPENED EVEN AFTER NEW BELTS WERE INSTALLED. *AK
1988 Volkswagen Golf questions
Does the 1988 Volkswagen Golf have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1988 Volkswagen Golf: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Seat Belts; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Volkswagen Golf?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (3), Steering (2), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Volkswagen Golf has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.