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1989 Volkswagen Jetta: Quick Overview
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1989 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 1989 |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta |
| Trim | - |
| Style | - |
| Type | Sedan |
| Category | Compact Car |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Germany |
| Manufacturing City | WOLFSBURG |
Dimensions
| Doors | 4-Door |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 1.8 L 4-Cyl. |
| Engine Size | 1.8L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | - |
| Transmission Type | - |
| Transmission Speeds | - |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
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What Problems Does the 1989 Volkswagen Jetta Have?
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How long will the 1989 Volkswagen Jetta last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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1989 Volkswagen Jetta Prices and Market Value
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1989 Volkswagen Jetta Cost of Ownership
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1989 Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
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City Mileage
-
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1989 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls & Defects
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall date
1989-12-08
Recall no.
89v221000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Consequence
Prolonged Chafing Could Eventually Cause A Leaking Brakeline Resulting IN Diminished Braking IN ONE Brake Circuit Which Would Increasethe Stopping Distances and Result IN AN Accident.
Remedy
Curve or Replace Right Front Brake Line.
Notes
System: Right Front Brake Line.vehicle Description: Passenger Cars.description OF Defects: AN Incorrectly Contoured Metal Brake Line Leading TO Theright Front Wheel Could BE Damaged BY A Preheating Tube Chafing Against IT.
Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:heater Core
Recall date
1992-04-14
Recall no.
92v050000
Source
NHTSA
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.
Notes
System: Water Heater; Heater Core.vehicle Description: Passenger Automobiles.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall date
1992-04-14
Recall no.
92v058000
Source
NHTSA
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.
Notes
System: Fuel Lines.vehicle Description:passenger Cars.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall date
1993-08-02
Recall no.
93v129000
Source
NHTSA
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.
Notes
System: Brakes; Hydraulic Lines.vehicle Description: Passenger Cars Equipped With Digifant Engine Managementsystems.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Recall date
2006-03-01
Recall no.
06e018000
Source
NHTSA
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.
Notes
Customers MAY Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
1989 Volkswagen Jetta Insurance
Insurance for a 1989 Volkswagen Jetta is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sedan with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 1989 Volkswagen Jetta Compare to Other Sedan?
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Final Verdict: Is the 1989 Volkswagen Jetta a Good Sedan?
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