CarRecallWatchThe 1995 Volkswagen Golf has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (15 reports).
1995 Volkswagen Golf recalls
Most common 1995 Volkswagen Golf problems
Problem areas named in the 43 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Equipment | 10 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 10 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
What owners report
THE SPEEDOMETER WORKS FINE IN THE MORNING, BUT AFTER WORK (APPROX 5 PM) IT EITHER DOES NOT WORK OR ONLY WORKS FOR A FEW MINUTES/MILES. SOMETIMES TAPPING ON THE FRONT OF THE GAUGE HELPS IT RESUME REGISTERING THE SPEED, SOMETIMES IT DOES NOT HELP. I SEARCHED THE INTERNET AND FOUND SEVERAL OTHER OWNERS OF VW GOLF/CABRIO/JETTA OF SIMILAR MODEL YEAR AS MINE HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR
IT IS SUSPECTED THE WHOLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS FAULTY. BRAKE LIGHTS WILL CONSTANTLY BLOW, CAR WON'T START, DASHBOARD LIGHTS STAY OFF, SUNROOF WILL NOT WORK.*AK
WHILE DRIVING WITH WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON, THEY COULD QUIT WORKING. HEADLIGHTS COULD BE ON, THEN TURN OFF.*AK
TRYING TO KEEP DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR CLOSED AT ALL TIME, BUT COULD NEVER KEEP IT CLOSED BECAUSE OF THE DOOR CHANNEL. THIS PROBLEM HAD BEEN THERE SINCE THE BEGINING.*AK
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
1995 Volkswagen Golf questions
Does the 1995 Volkswagen Golf have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1995 Volkswagen Golf: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan; Equipment:Mechanical:Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift; Equipment:Mechanical:Integrated Jack/Leveler/Stabilizer. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Volkswagen Golf?
Based on 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (15), Equipment (10), Latches/Locks/Linkages (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 1995 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.