The most-reported Corrado run is WVWEE4508PK (1993 builds) with 5 complaints, 2.6× the typical run. Visibility problems make up 41% of reports; 1990 is the worst model year at 2.1 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for Corrado model years 1989–1995.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Volkswagen Corrado has 68 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 17% of every Corrado complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WVWEE4508PK•••••• | 1993 | — | 1 | |
| WVWEE4504PK•••••• | 1993 | — | — | |
| WVWDB4504LK•••••• | 1990 | — | — | |
| WVWDB4508LK•••••• | 1990 | — | — | |
| WVWEE450XPK•••••• | 1993 | — | — | |
| WVWEF4500PK•••••• | 1993 | — | — | |
| WVWEE4501NK•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| WVWEE4502NK•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| WVWEE4509NK•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| WVWEE450XNK•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| WVWDB4501LK•••••• | 1990 | — | — | |
| WVWDB450XLK•••••• | 1990 | — | — |
Each of the other 56 Corrado runs has 3 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Volkswagen Corrado the gap between build years is 2.1×: a 1990 car draws 2.1 complaints per run, a 1991 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 44 | 23 | — | |
| 1992 | 41 | 22 | — | |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 | 1 | |
| 1990 | 34 | 16 | — |
Heaviest year here is 1990 at 2.1 complaints per run; lightest is 1991 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 41% of everything Volkswagen Corrado owners report: Visibility, 58 of 126 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | — | 1 | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | 3 | |
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | — | 2 | |
| Fuel System | — | — | |
| Gasoline | — | — | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 1 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on the Volkswagen Corrado; the 6 below cover build years 1989 to 1995. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 92V058000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1989–1992 |
| 95V178000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:fan | 1993–1995 |
| 98V295000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System | 1992–1994 |
| 93V102000 | Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood | 1992–1993 |
| 91V068000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 1990–1991 |
| 96V115000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System | 1989–1990 |
92V058000 was opened in 1992 on cars built from 1989: 3 years on the road before the recall.
The Corrado against its rivals
The Corrado draws 1.9 complaints per production run; the Hyundai Excel 1.2 and the Hyundai Scoupe 1.3. That is the highest rate of the 3.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Corrado | 126 | 68 | 0.8% | |
| Hyundai Excel | 222 | 184 | 5.4% | |
| Hyundai Scoupe | 48 | 38 | 10.4% |
How serious were they
Of the 126 reports on the Volkswagen Corrado, 0.8% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Volkswagen Corrado | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 126 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 1 (0.8%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 5 (4%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 12 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 86% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Volkswagen Corrado share of that is 126 complaints over 68 runs, 0.01% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Volkswagen Corrado VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 126 NHTSA complaints from 68 Corrado runs and 6 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Corrado production run has the most complaints?
WVWEE4508PK, a 1993 build, with 5 complaints. The typical Corrado run has 1.9.
Which Corrado years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1990 is heaviest at 2.1 complaints per run and 1991 lightest at 1.
Does the Corrado get more complaints than the Hyundai Excel?
Yes: 1.9 complaints per production run for the Corrado against 1.2 for the Hyundai Excel.
How many Corrado complaints involve a crash?
0.8% of 126 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 5 involved a fire.
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