NHTSA recall 96V115000
Engine And Engine Cooling · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will replace the heat exchanger on these vehicles.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado, 1988 Volkswagen Passat, 1989 Volkswagen Passat, 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 96V115000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.