1985 Volkswagen Scirocco Recalls, Complaints & Specs
3 safety recalls list the 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco. Check your own VIN below.
3 safety recalls for the 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Fuel pump (fuel system)
Fuel pump, located inside fuel tank, could seize during high ambient temperatures because of an extreme fine mesh fuel filter restricting the fuel flow.
Remedy: Install a modified fuel pump and filter.
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Fuel pump (fuel system)
The fuel pump located inside the fuel tank could fail during high ambient temperatures. This failure is caused by bearing tolerances which do not accommodate temperature expansions. Consequence of defect: in the event that the fuel pump fails, it will interrupt the fuel supply to the engine, the vehicle will stall and could cause a…
Remedy: A modified fuel pump, hose and clamps will be installed.
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Fuel rail (fuel system)
The hose connected to the pump located inside the fuel tank may become disconnected when the vehicle is in use. If this happens, the fuel supply to the engine will be interrupted, causing the vehicle to stall.
Remedy: The dealer will install a modified fuel hose free of charge.
No owner complaints on file
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco. For context, the average model year in NHTSA's database has dozens; a zero can mean a reliable vehicle, a rare one, or both.
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco. Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 21–23 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 20–21 / 23–26 |
| Fuel | Regular |
| EPA class | Subcompact Cars |
| Engine | 4 cyl, 1.8 L |
| Transmission | Automatic 3-spd; Manual 5-spd |
Compare Volkswagen Scirocco model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Volkswagen Scirocco model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | 6 | 0 |
| 1976 Volkswagen Scirocco | 7 | 0 |
| 1977 Volkswagen Scirocco | 6 | 0 |
| 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco | 8 | 1 |
| 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco | 7 | 1 |
| 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2 | 0 |
| 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco | 3 | 0 |
| 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco | 1 | 2 |
| 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2 | 9 |
| 1988 Volkswagen Scirocco | 1 | 3 |
Checking a specific 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco
How do I know if my 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 3 campaigns currently list the 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Volkswagen dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 84V152000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.