1985 Volkswagen GTI Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1985 Volkswagen GTI has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1 report).

2Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your GTI?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1985 Volkswagen GTI recalls

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core

Recall 92V050Apr 14, 1992650,000 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Recall 86V029Feb 20, 198677,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1985 Volkswagen GTI problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Tires1

What owners report

1996-12-05, Fuel System, Gasoline
FUEL PUMP FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL/STARTING PROBLEMS, ALSO PREMATURE WEA ROF GOODYEAR TIRES. *AK
1996-08-14, Power Train
TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *AK

1985 Volkswagen GTI questions

Does the 1985 Volkswagen GTI have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1985 Volkswagen GTI: Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Volkswagen GTI?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Tires (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1985 Volkswagen GTI 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.

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