Vehicle suffered a lost of power when check engine light illuminates. On March 7 2002 university VW discovered a defective airflow meter. The windshield was replaced for a cracked rain drain. The brake servo was changed for a pin hole air leak. Consumer was told that the glow plug harness might be the cause as to why the brake lights come on. The hazard switch switched on and off distressing other drivers behind. Replaced the hazard relay switch (on the dash) by myself. Back brake pad wore down to the rivets. Vehicle overheated on 3 occasions had pressure test and thermostat changed and problem still exist.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

Date of first known problem provided. Have already been through BBB autoline regarding most of the defects listed and thought manufacturer had fixed them. Now vehicle has the same problems plus more. All work being done at dealership is at manufacturer's expense, however, this car is a major inconvenience due to unreliability. Electrical problems aren't solved with replaced wiring harnesses, unsafe door hinges and window regulators make for hazardous driving conditions, airbag sensor problems, and quick to wear out rear brakes are all very dangerous defects for a new car owner to suffer with.

- Henderson, NV, USA

Right front window failed to go up or down and the left rear window popped while closing due to broken lifters. The left front window fell into the door. The window regulator failed twice.

- N. Charleston, SC, USA

Both front side door windows dropped inside the doors because of a regulator failure. Dealer and manufacturer were notified at this time. Consumer stated the falling down of both driver and passenger side windows inside the doors is a defect or a design flaw in workmanship.

- Spring Creek, NV, USA

While driving heard a loud noise, front passenger's side window shattered inside of vehicle with an explosion into pieces. Dealer contacted.

- Edison, NJ, USA

While driving passenger's side window fell inside of door. Dealer contacted.

- Cypress, CA, USA

While I was driving, the driver side window in my brand new VW Jetta collapsed inside the door and broke. I could not roll up my window. When I brought the car in, they said this is very common, due to hot weather. I think a recall is in order, to replace the part that cannot handle hot weather, and alert the public. Thank you.

- Miami Beach, FL, USA