10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
12 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
79,428 miles

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problem #160

Jan 232023

Jetta

  • miles
ABS Control Module Software Failure: Risks-- Reduced braking power, longer stopping distance, sudden unexpected braking, increased baking effort required, locking wheels. Yes. Confirmed by independent service center. Faulty ABS control module assembly. No. Has not been inspected by the manufacturer. Yes. Instrument panel flashing brake light. ABS malfunction in anti-lock brake system. ESP or ASR malfunctioning or switched off. Previously ABS Recall repair 45F2 May 2017, failure again 01/23/23

- Victorville, CA, USA

problem #159

Nov 092022

Jetta

  • miles
ABS Module Assembly all packet, It turns that this kind of vehicles are controling the power Steering, anti skid braking system, brake lights, ABS, Skid lights come ON and the Steering also come ON it is scanned and remove the codes once and seemed to work for a day or two and down again, goes back to scan and now me and the mechanic test drive it together and found that the Main ABS modulator is not connecting and goes on and of the scanner where it carries a faulty communication among its components and causing all this disconfort" problem herein is that it is hard to tell when will it do it again or why is it failing? and causing all kind of problem with lgihts blinking all the time? but the biggest problem here is: that I am not the only one complaning about it, there is many people complaning about the problem! more that I expected, and seems like they do not know about making a report it is exact same problem! and reason they are not fixing it is: becasue it is to costly, It runs an apparent $2,000 dollars to get parts and labor" this is indeed a recall issue that must be absorbed by manufacturer.Please help us get it done I stopped the car since it acted with all this lights september is when I started to feel the disconfort but November when I had all set of lights come ON where as I mentioned, we clear the codes, "Mechanic" and runs for few days and back again. Nope there has not been a crash and I hope I don not get in one I rather stop vehicle especialy on this winter driving conditions

- Cedar City, Ut Usa, UT, USA

problem #158

Dec 012022

Jetta

  • miles
This vehicle was purchased 11/2016 from a dealer/mechanic. He bought it at auction, reconstructed it and got the approvals to return it to full operation from the Massachusetts DOT. The title showed 'reconstructed' and 'prior collision'. Volkswagen notified us of Safety Recal 45F2 in 2017 - ABS control module - and we had the recall performed at Colonial VW in Westborough Mass in 2017. There is an extended warranty VWP-17-03 on vehicles repaired by Safety Recall 45F2. The car's ABS light illuminated and the dealership ran a diagnostic which ran code 16352 - control module faulty static. VW is telling the dealership that they will not honor the warranty because the car is a total loss. It is NOT a total loss, it has not been in an accident since it was reconstructed before we purchased it six years ago. I called VW and they said they won't cover it because it's a mechanical issue not a software issue but that's also not true. I see technical bulletin's online that say if Fault Code 01130 and or 16352 appear that warranty should apply, but they are not honoring their own warranty

- Franklin, MA, USA

problem #157

Sep 282022

Jetta 5-cyl

  • miles
I was driving my car down at residential area and it came to a complete stop on its own I could not get it to accelerate it all I had to get out of my car pop the hood disconnect the battery and then I was able to put in a drive and accelerate all the lights are flashing on the control panel I had no control over my car whatsoever I took it into Tracy Volkswagen and they said they couldn't diagnose it because it wasn't connecting to my computer in my car. Tracy said the control module for the ABS didn't work and they couldn't replace it for me until the headquarters approved it or something about the recall didn't include the control module I can't afford to fix this it's all ABS connected that's what the safety call is for safety.

- Tracy, CA, USA

problem #156

Feb 282022

Jetta

  • miles
A recall was issued for the ABS software upgrade which my car was updated in 2017. That is within the 10 year timeframe. Since then, my abs light has went on and off. We kept resetting as advised by Sisk Automotive in Hopkinsville, Ky (not a VW dealer). Wyatt Johnson in Clarksville, Tn completed the recall in 2017. In Feb 2022, the abs has failed creating ECP fault and almost every light on the dash is now on. I believe the abs should have been replaced in 2017 and the dealer just put a quick fix to say the recall was complete. I need help fixing my unsafe car that VW failed to fix in the original recall.

- Vanleer, TN, USA

problem #155

Feb 142022

Jetta

  • miles
Abs light on(yellow) with flashing break light (red) code 16352

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #154

Dec 152021

Jetta

  • miles
A recall for ABS module for my car was issued, the dealer performed a software update but the unit has since failed in wet conditions and is unsafe and needs to be replaced but my understanding is that the software update fulfills there obligation to the recall. I do not think the software is sufficient as it has still failed

- Gardnerville, NV, USA

problem #153

Dec 172021

Jetta

  • miles
As I was coming to an immediate stop, due to a deer jumping out in front of me, the car/ brake pedal shuddered and I had to perform an emergency braking procedure by swerving onto the shoulder of the road. Thankfully no one was injured, including the deer, however, my nerves were frayed, as had this been in the snow or any other adverse conditions, what would have been the outcome then? Immediately after this happened the ABS light and flashing brake light appeared on the dash. I have used a scan tool to diagnose the issue to which the code #01130 (ABS Operation Implausible Signal). Through research online- forums it has come to my attention that this is a very common VW issue to the point that the NHTSA has requested/ mandated that a recall should be issued- www.automotive-fleet.com (January 7, 2017). When I went to the VW recall site and plugged in my VIN no recalls were listed?? I will be taking my car to the dealer tomorrow, as I am a one car household and need my '09 Sportwagen for daily transportation to and from work, I am hoping that they will honor the replacement of this faulty safety device.

- Chalfont, PA, USA

problem #152

Aug 142021

Jetta

  • miles
Update to recently filed incident report over brake system warnings in VW Jetta: VW Service has now replaced ABS module at cost to me of Approx. $2200. The car had been subject to a recall in 2017 for "45F2 - ABS Control Module Software" and update was performed in April 2017 at no cost. But the recent trouble was also ABS-related:. VW of Kingston service stated: "16352 Fault for ABS Control Module faulty - Not related to recall that was done in 2017." I wish to challenge the conclusion that the 2 ABS incidents were unrelated. Additionally, a 2012 incident should be considered in which the vehicle's engine suddenly stopped on highway and could not be restarted. VW said problem was "Car will not start. Cause: No comm to TCM, ECM, Brake Control Unit, J500, J234. Convenience System, and TPMS System. 97105550 Vehicle Elect system ECM replace... Remove reinstall." I submit that the 3 incidents in 2014, 2017 and 2021 involving in some way the brake control units are related and should all have been subject to warranty as safety defects.

- Brooklyn, NY, USA

problem #151

Jul 192021

Jetta

  • miles
Abs module failure.

- San Antonio , TX, USA

problem #150

Jul 072019

Jetta

  • 130,000 miles
The contact's friend owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while his friend was driving 50 mph three days after purchasing the vehicle, the ABS, brake and ETC warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that his friend continued to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact stated that his friend was unable to start the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The contact stated the vehicle was repaired; however, the warning lights remained illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the recall repair for NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control) could not be completed on the vehicle until the issues indicated by the warning lights were repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed the assessment by the dealer. A case was opened. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #149

Jan 022021

Jetta

  • 120,000 miles
The ABS module has failed

- Valley Springs, CA, USA

problem #148

Mar 042021

Jetta

  • 124,000 miles
My car was operating fine, then one day when starting it on my lunch break I heard three loud pitched beeps. Upon starting the car my ABS and traction control lights were steadily on while the brake light was flashing. Clearing the codes, then driving about 15 mph the codes would show back up. Scanned it with a vcds scanner, and it shows 16352- control module- electrical error

- Mount Olive, IL, USA

problem #147

Feb 282021

Jetta

  • 235,000 miles
I have light come on when turn on car and ABS light ccme on jerk the car whn move it itto gear. This does all the time I scared goin get car accident.

- Jackson, MI, USA

problem #146

Dec 242020

Jetta

  • 169,000 miles
Vehicle had faulty ABS brake module, after replacing module, the error still exists. Brakes are not working correctly. Wheels lock up and the vehicle cannot be stopped quickly. ABS, brake, and traction control light are flashing. Before the ABS module was replaced, the speedometer and power steering would stop working. After replacement, they work but the ABS system still malfunctions.

- Monrovia, MD, USA

problem #145

Dec 092019

Jetta

  • 185,000 miles
Shortly after the emissions recalls where done in 2019 at aprox 184,000. At approx 186,000 miles the ABS control module went out. The vehicle has 190,000 miles and I have called my local VW dealer and they say no recalls for this. There has been over 136,000 vehicles affected, so why isnt mine under a recall? I had just purchased the vehilce.

- Brookings, SD, USA

problem #144

Dec 012020

Jetta

  • 162,000 miles
ABS lite steady and brake lite flashing. Upon braking these fault lites lit... had diagnosed at VW certified facility... ABS module has failed.

- Sebring, FL, USA

problem #143

Oct 312020

Jetta

  • 120 miles
I just replace the ABS moduler just about 6 month ago and several thousands of dollars. I see that my break lights is red and saying I need to redo my brakes. I have looked and they tell me there no recalls. I am wondering if the ABS moduler have something to do wirh the brakes. I did read there a recall on the wiring harness and it affect your brakes and its very dangerous. I am concerned if someone could get back to me on this. It be very appreciated. Thank you.

- Orrs Island, ME, USA

problem #142

Sep 232020

Jetta

  • 607 miles
Hi yes I am concerned in regards I had a call for a recall on my Jetta 2009. NHTSA called me to set up and appointment. I did exactly what I was supposed to do with the recall. When the recall was finish I thought my work was on the manufacturing and was to pay the dealership. Long story short I had to pay for the labor and the parts for a recall on my 2009 Jetta Volkswagen..

- Orrs Island, ME, USA

problem #141

Oct 242019

Jetta

  • 125,000 miles
I was driving at approximately 45 mph when a deer came into the road from the right side. I seen the deer and should have had plenty of time to miss it and come to a stop. I removed the car from 5th gear while using both the clutch and brake pads. Once I applied significant pressure to the brakes the completely locked up, as did the steering wheel. My car collided with the deer and subsequently traveled off the right side of the road in a spin, stopping approximately 40 feet down an embankment. Since then I have had no luck keeping the vehicle running. I have had the alternator, plugs and coil packs, starter, and ignition changed with no remedy. The vehicle will not start.

- Branchport, NY, USA

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