CarRecallWatchThe 1989 Volkswagen Golf has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (9 reports).
1989 Volkswagen Golf recalls
Most common 1989 Volkswagen Golf problems
Problem areas named in the 17 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 |
| Visibility | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
HEATER CORE IS LEAKING FLUID ONTO THE FLOOR BOARDS. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED THAT THIS MAY RESULT IN VEHICLE CATCHING ON FIRE. *AK *NM
CONSUMER IS CONCERNED WITH THE SAFETY OF HER BELT RESTRAINTS. THEY ONLY CONSIST OF SHOULDER BELTS THAT DO NOT PROVIDE ANY RESTRAINT, NO LAP BELTS. CONSUMER FEELS THIS IS UNSAFE. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE LOCAL VW DEALER SHIP TO NO AVAIL. *JG
I HAVE BEEN THE ONLY OWNER OF THE 1989 VW GOLF. IT ONLY CAME WITH A SHOULDER-TYPE SEATBELT (NO LAPBELTS) FOR THE FRONT SEATS. I RECENTLY BROUGHT MY CAR IN THE THE GARAGE FOR THE YEARLY INSPECTION AND THE MAN SAID HE COULD NOT INSPECT THE CAR BECAUSE IT HAD NO LAP BELTS. MY QUESTION IS: DID VW FORGET TO INSTALL LAP BELTS IN MY CAR, OR IS MY CAR "OK" AS IS. IF CAR IS "OK" THEN CAN YOU SEND ME DOCUMENTATION TO SHOW MY MECHANIC THAT MY VW DID NOT REQUIRE LAPBELTS. THANK-YOU. *AK
WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 20 DEGREES OR COLDER THROTTLE IS STICKING, CAUSING UNWANTED AND UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION. ALSO, WHEN DEPRESSING CLUTCH, ENGINE REEVES UP. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. *AK
CONSUMER PURCHASED A USED VEHICLE WHICH HAD AN UNSAFE INCOMPLETE SEAT BELT (THE LAP BELT WAS MISSING), THE SALESMAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED WITHOUT A LAP BELT BUT AFTER ASKING VW DEALER DISCOVERED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT MADE WITHOUT A LAP BELT. NLM
1989 Volkswagen Golf questions
Does the 1989 Volkswagen Golf have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1989 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. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Volkswagen Golf?
Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (9), Power Train (6), Seat Belts (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 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.