CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Volkswagen Jetta has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (4 reports).
1987 Volkswagen Jetta recalls
Most common 1987 Volkswagen Jetta problems
Problem areas named in the 18 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
OXYGEN SENSOR NEEDED ON A 5-SPEED JETTA WITH GASOLINE ENGINE.-----DIMS 11 IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS-------769740. *AK
FUEL PUMP INSIDE OF GAS TANK GETS HOT IT AND QUITS. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK THE MANUFACTURER ISSUED RECALL ON FUEL PUMP PROBLEM AND REPAIR WAS DONE. *YH
CONSUMER STATES THE HEATER CORE EXPLODED WHILE SITTING IN A DRIVE-THRU, ANTIFREEZE LEAKED THROUGH THE VENTS AND RADIO COMPARTMENT ONTO THE FLOOR WITH PASSENGERS IN VEHICLE, ONE PERSON WAS BURNT WITH RADIATOR FLUID, RADIO SHORTED. *SLC
WHILE CONSUMER WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT AND TIRED TO STEP ON GAS TO GO, RADIATOR EXPLODED, AND THROUGH RADIATOR WATER ENTERED INTO VEHICLE BURNING PASSENGER, AND FLOODING VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER COULD NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT BECAUSE IT WAS NOT PART OF RECALL NUMBER 92V050000.*AK
WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH, LOWER BALL JOINT BROKE, WHEEL CAME OFF, TIE ROD SNAPPED IN HALF, VEHICLE ROLLED 3 OR 4 TIMES. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. *AK
1987 Volkswagen Jetta questions
Does the 1987 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1987 Volkswagen Jetta: Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Volkswagen Jetta?
Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (4), Fuel System, Gasoline (3), Engine And Engine Cooling (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Volkswagen Jetta 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.