3.8

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
32,710 miles

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problem #2

Feb 152003

Jetta

  • Automatic transmission
  • 32,000 miles
My vehicle is a tdi diesel -computer/engine - engine diagnosis light has come on - diagnosis ($85) gate on turbo charger does not operate properly. Was told could drive vehicle but performance may deteriorate. Engine light still comes on ocaaisionaly. Rear brakes seized and wore completely out - dealer refused any warranty - wrote V/w customer service - they refunded about 90% of my cost

- Winnipeg, UN, USA

problem #1

Dec 152001

Jetta

  • Manual transmission
  • 33,420 miles
Replaced rear brake light 4 times; emergency flasher & turn signals fail to work randomly. Twice had rear brake pads replaced; rotors turned second time -- total cost $550. Repeated sensor failures -- knock sensor, mass air flow sensor, coolant temperature sensor; induction coil failure & vehicle imbolized. Driver mirror repaired twice; passenger P/window stuck down; driver window lock twice; seat belt cracked

- Baltimore, MD, USA