10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #4

Nov 242002

(reported on)

Jetta

  • miles
The ABS indicator light came on and stayed on and then it went off again before I had the opportunity to take it in for a check. This happened in November 2001. Then recently the light came on and stayed on for about 3 months, so I took it to the dealer to be checked. They said that it needed an ABS hydraulic pump. Although my brakes work fine, apparently my ABS system is not working. The car will not pass inspection until I care for this matter, but at more than $1100. I will have to wait until inspection to care for this item. I just thought I should report this to NHTSA while I had the opportunity.

- Annville, PA, USA

problem #3

Aug 092000

Jetta

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
While driving at approximately 25 mph and after applying brakes rearended a mid-sized truck. Upon impact, dual airbags did not deploy which could have caused injuries.

- Clarkston, MI, USA

problem #2

Apr 262000

Jetta

  • miles
Continual problems, some undiagnosed. Unsympathetic dealership. Reoccuring problems. Most problems occurring after lease/warranty were up. Too many problems for a car that is only about 2 and a half years old. Dealership unable to diagnose why brake light is on, A/C not working, engine not starting although starter was replaced, or why engine began smoking. All the problems appear related. They all occur at the same time.the car is unsafe and I am afraid to drive it now because no one can figure out what is wrong with it.

- Torrance, CA, USA

problem #1

Apr 011998

Jetta

  • miles
No summary.( dot number: Tire size: 13 )

- Spring Valley, CA, USA