Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗VW/ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
- Summary
- IN THE EVENT THE ENGINE OVERHEATS AND THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED CONTINUOUSLY IN THAT CONDITION, THE COOLANT PRESSURE WILL RISE TO A LEVEL AT WHICH THE HEAT EXCHANGER COULD LEAK.
- Consequence
- A LEAKING HEAT EXCHANGER WILL ALLOW HOT COOLANT TO ESCAPE CAUSING INJURY TO THE DRIVER'S FEET OR COULD STEAM UP THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE TEMPORARILY IMPAIRING THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEAT EXCHANGER ON THESE VEHICLES.
FUEL:FUEL LINES FITTINGS:METALLIC
- Summary
- THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTION RAIL ON THE ENGINE MAY SHRINK BEYOND THE CLAMP FORCE OF THE FUEL HOSE CLAMPS, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.
- Consequence
- FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAN CAUSE AN UNDERHOOD FIRE IF THE FUEL COMES IN CONTACT WITH A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL RAIL AND INSTALL A NEW SPRING TYPE SELF-TIGHTENING CLAMP.
FUEL:FUEL PUMP
- Summary
- THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING, WHICH SERVES AS THE BASE FOR THE FUEL PUMP (LOCATED IN THE FUEL TANK) COULD DEFORM, RESULTING IN THE FUEL PUMP BECOMING LOOSE.
- Consequence
- A LOOSE AND IMPROPERLY SEATED FUEL PUMP CAN CAUSEREDUCED FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE RESULTING IN POSSIBLE DRIVABILITY PROBLEMS ANDSTALLING OF THE VEHICLE.
- Remedy
- REPLACE FUEL FILTER.
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Owner complaints (39)
39 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine and engine cooling is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 39 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 11 | 28.2% |
| Visibility | 10 | 25.6% |
| Seat belts | 9 | 23.1% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 10.3% |
| Fuel system | 3 | 7.7% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 7.7% |
| Power train | 2 | 5.1% |
| Equipment | 1 | 2.6% |
| Steering | 1 | 2.6% |
| Structure | 1 | 2.6% |
How 1990 compares with other Corrado years
Best and worst Corrado years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 39 | 3 |
| 1991 | 7 | 2 |
| 1992 | 50 | 3 |
| 1993 | 48 | 3 |
| 1994 | 4 | 2 |
| 1995 | 1 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 423 g/mi
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1990 Corrado for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1990 Volkswagen Corrado FAQ
How many recalls does the 1990 Volkswagen Corrado have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 96V115000 (engine), 92V058000 (fuel system), 91V068000 (fuel pump). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1990 Volkswagen Corrado problems?
Owners filed 39 complaints with NHTSA. Engine and engine cooling (11), Visibility (10), Seat belts (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1990 Volkswagen Corrado get?
EPA rates the 1.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 18 city, 26 highway and 21 combined mpg.
How does the 1990 Corrado compare with other years?
Among the 1990–1995 Volkswagen Corrado model years at least five years old, the 1995 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1992 the most (50). The 1990 drew 39. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.