Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1992 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 ↗FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL
- Summary
- THE VENTURI TUBE LOCATED IN THE THROTTLE VALVE HOUSING CAN BECOME LOOSE AND FALL AGAINST THE THROTTLE PLATE.
- Consequence
- THE VENTURI TUBE CAN PARTIALLY BLOCK THE THROTTLE PLATEAND PREVENT IT FROM RETURNING TO ITS FULL IDLE POSITION, RESULTING IN UNWANTEDENGINE SPEED WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PLACED IN A FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE PRESS-FIT VENTURI TUBE WITH A THREAD TYPE TUBE.
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.
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Owner complaints (30)
30 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The vehicle speed control is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 8 | 26.7% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 20% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 6 | 20% |
| Visibility | 3 | 10% |
| Fuel system | 2 | 6.7% |
| Seat belts | 2 | 6.7% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 6.7% |
| Suspension | 2 | 6.7% |
| Power train | 1 | 3.3% |
How 1992 compares with other Jetta years
Best and worst Jetta years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 19 | 7 |
| 1989 | 28 | 4 |
| 1990 | 22 | 5 |
| 1991 | 31 | 5 |
| 1992 | 30 | 2 |
| 1993 | 17 | 4 |
| 1994 | 117 | 5 |
| 1995 | 220 | 4 |
| 1996 | 31 | 1 |
| 1997 | 54 | 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 33 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 309 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 36 / 33 | $2,900 | 309 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2 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 1992 Jetta 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
1992 Volkswagen Jetta FAQ
How many recalls does the 1992 Volkswagen Jetta have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 92V131000 (vehicle speed control), 92V058000 (fuel system). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1992 Volkswagen Jetta problems?
Owners filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. Vehicle speed control (8), Electrical system (6), Engine and engine cooling (6) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1992 Volkswagen Jetta get?
EPA rates the 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 31 city, 36 highway and 33 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1992 Jetta compare with other years?
Among the 1988–1997 Volkswagen Jetta model years at least five years old, the 1993 drew the fewest complaints (17) and the 1995 the most (220). The 1992 drew 30. 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.