1986 Volkswagen GTI Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1986 Volkswagen GTI has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

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

3Recalls
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.

1986 Volkswagen GTI recalls

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core

Recall 92V050Apr 14, 1992650,000 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Recall 86V149Nov 7, 198623,000 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Recall 86V029Feb 20, 198677,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1986 Volkswagen GTI problems

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

Problem areaReports
Steering1
Suspension1

What owners report

1995-11-27, Suspension
THE SHOCK TOWERS ARE COMPLETELY BROKEN. TT
1995-09-14, Steering
THE STEERING COLUMN SLIPPED OUT OF THE SLEEVE AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

1986 Volkswagen GTI questions

Does the 1986 Volkswagen GTI have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1986 Volkswagen GTI: Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Volkswagen GTI?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1), Suspension (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1986 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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