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1990 Volkswagen Jetta recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1990 Volkswagen Jetta recalls, newest first

April 7, 2009NHTSA 09E01200016,270 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 1, 2006NHTSA 06E018000266 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
Certain hydraulic brake hoses, p/n 171.611.107B, sold as replacement equipment for 1975-1985 Volkswagen (VW) rabbit; 1985-1992 VW golf; and 1980-1992 VW jetta passenger vehicles. Possible brake hose rupture could occur which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "brake hoses."
Consequence
Brake hose rupture could result in loss of braking ability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Foreign parts distributors will notify owners and replace the brake hoses with compliant brake hoses. The recall began on March 30, 2006. Owners may contact foreign parts distributors at 305-885-8646 ext. 11.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 2, 1993NHTSA 93V12900076,000 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary
An engine preheating tube may not be properly supported due to a missing support bracket, causing the preheating tube to chafe against the right front metal brake line. This can damage the hydraulic line, causing brake fluid leakage and diminished braking in one brake circuit.
Consequence
Diminished braking can result in increased stoppingdistances and a possible accident.
Remedy
Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 14, 1992NHTSA 92V058000358,000 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 14, 1992NHTSA 92V050000650,000 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system › Heater core

Summary
The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.
Consequence
The coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. Also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Replace the heater core with an improved heater core.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 6, 1990NHTSA 90V14200011,000 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper

Summary
Omission of air ducts intended to guide flow of cooling air to left and right front brake calipers could allow brake fluid to exceed allowable operating temperature under certain operating conditions.
Consequence
If brake fluid boils, this could result in reducedbraking pressure with potential for an accident.
Remedy
Install missing left and right front air ducts.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 22, 1990NHTSA 90V007000225 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Hydraulic power assist system

Summary
Power steering pump bracket is subject to breakage due to excessive tension caused by a lack of clearance between the pump mounting bracket and sealing flange edge of the oil pan.
Consequence
Bracket breakage could allow power steering pump to loosen and drive belt to slip, resulting in the need for unexpected increased steering force with the potential for an accident.
Remedy
Replace power steering pump bracket.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 1990 Volkswagen Jetta with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system › Heater core4
  2. Electrical system › Ignition3
  3. Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline3
  4. Service brakes3
  5. Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system2

Other Volkswagen Jetta years

Other 1990 Volkswagen models

Most recalled 1990 vehicles

  1. 1990 Blue Bird TC2000 (13 recalls)
  2. 1990 Honda Accord (12 recalls)
  3. 1990 Thomas School Bus (12 recalls)
  4. 1990 Acura Integra (11 recalls)
  5. 1990 Honda Civic (10 recalls)
All of 1990’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1990 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic, fuel system, gasoline, visibility, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1990 Volkswagen Jetta recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Volkswagen dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1990 Volkswagen Jetta?
22 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.