4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,649 miles

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problem #2

Aug 202016

Jetta

  • 21,600 miles
The problem is the clutch failure in the 6 speed transmission.. this is the second time the clutch has failed, preventing the car going into gear. It left us stranded. This was accompanied by a slight burning odor. We feel this leaves us in danger and is a safety hazard. We hesitate to drive it on any long trip. VW warrants the car for 3 years or 36,000 miles. The warranty states that clutch replacement due to wear is excluded from the warranty. However, I explained to all that we have had 6 autos with standard transmissions over a period of about 60 years and have never had a clutch fail on us. The clutch is a very tough component of any car. VW has refused to reimburse us for this last failure after many requests. My contention is that the clutch failure must be due to some mechanical factor beyond our understanding. We received partial reimbursement for the first failure, but that obviously did not solve the problem. I asked for and have retained the damaged components in case they are needed.

- Georgetown, SC, USA

problem #1

Jul 082015

Jetta

  • 14,000 miles
Air conditioning decreases output by 40-60% after 80-150 miles of constant driving on expressway during hot days [above 85 degrees] and high humidity [above 70 %}. decrease in volume of air from vent, with no change of air speed control and much warmer air. Air recirculation button in "off" position.have to stop car for 10-15 minutes for evaporator to defrost and drain on pavement. Afterwards, ac is cold for another 60-100 miles.two different VW dealers indicate no bad codes for air conditioner. Continued to occur five more times in summer.

- Lawrence, MI, USA