1989 Volkswagen Passat
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1989 Volkswagen Passat. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1989 Volkswagen Passat. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Every Volkswagen Passat model year
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