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Dec 9, 2013 Suspension Crash 180,000 mi

A 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GT, EQUIPPED WITH FRONTAL AIRBAGS WAS IN A COLLISION DUE TO THE USE OF AFTERMARKET PARTS, WHICH INCLUDED AFTER MARKET BALL JOINTS NOT SUPPLIED FROM THE DEALER, THIS PART FAILED AFTER 12.7KM ON THE HIGHWAY TRAVELING AT 110KM/H 65MPH, THE CAR STEERING WAS VERY SHAKY WHEN ENTERI...

Dec 9, 2013 Service Brakes Crash 180,000 mi

A 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GT, EQUIPPED WITH FRONTAL AIRBAGS WAS IN A COLLISION DUE TO THE USE OF AFTERMARKET PARTS, WHICH INCLUDED AFTER MARKET BALL JOINTS NOT SUPPLIED FROM THE DEALER, THIS PART FAILED AFTER 12.7KM ON THE HIGHWAY TRAVELING AT 110KM/H 65MPH, THE CAR STEERING WAS VERY SHAKY WHEN ENTERI...

Dec 9, 2013 Steering Crash 180,000 mi

A 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GT, EQUIPPED WITH FRONTAL AIRBAGS WAS IN A COLLISION DUE TO THE USE OF AFTERMARKET PARTS, WHICH INCLUDED AFTER MARKET BALL JOINTS NOT SUPPLIED FROM THE DEALER, THIS PART FAILED AFTER 12.7KM ON THE HIGHWAY TRAVELING AT 110KM/H 65MPH, THE CAR STEERING WAS VERY SHAKY WHEN ENTERI...

Dec 9, 2013 Air Bags Crash 180,000 mi

A 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GT, EQUIPPED WITH FRONTAL AIRBAGS WAS IN A COLLISION DUE TO THE USE OF AFTERMARKET PARTS, WHICH INCLUDED AFTER MARKET BALL JOINTS NOT SUPPLIED FROM THE DEALER, THIS PART FAILED AFTER 12.7KM ON THE HIGHWAY TRAVELING AT 110KM/H 65MPH, THE CAR STEERING WAS VERY SHAKY WHEN ENTERI...

Dec 9, 2013 Suspension Crash 180,000 mi

A 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GT, EQUIPPED WITH FRONTAL AIRBAGS WAS IN A COLLISION DUE TO THE USE OF AFTERMARKET PARTS, WHICH INCLUDED AFTER MARKET BALL JOINTS NOT SUPPLIED FROM THE DEALER, THIS PART FAILED AFTER 12.7KM ON THE HIGHWAY TRAVELING AT 110KM/H 65MPH, THE CAR STEERING WAS VERY SHAKY WHEN ENTERI...

Dec 9, 2013 Service Brakes Crash 180,000 mi

A 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GT, EQUIPPED WITH FRONTAL AIRBAGS WAS IN A COLLISION DUE TO THE USE OF AFTERMARKET PARTS, WHICH INCLUDED AFTER MARKET BALL JOINTS NOT SUPPLIED FROM THE DEALER, THIS PART FAILED AFTER 12.7KM ON THE HIGHWAY TRAVELING AT 110KM/H 65MPH, THE CAR STEERING WAS VERY SHAKY WHEN ENTERI...

Dec 9, 2013 Steering Crash 180,000 mi

A 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GT, EQUIPPED WITH FRONTAL AIRBAGS WAS IN A COLLISION DUE TO THE USE OF AFTERMARKET PARTS, WHICH INCLUDED AFTER MARKET BALL JOINTS NOT SUPPLIED FROM THE DEALER, THIS PART FAILED AFTER 12.7KM ON THE HIGHWAY TRAVELING AT 110KM/H 65MPH, THE CAR STEERING WAS VERY SHAKY WHEN ENTERI...

Dec 9, 2013 Air Bags Crash 180,000 mi

A 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GT, EQUIPPED WITH FRONTAL AIRBAGS WAS IN A COLLISION DUE TO THE USE OF AFTERMARKET PARTS, WHICH INCLUDED AFTER MARKET BALL JOINTS NOT SUPPLIED FROM THE DEALER, THIS PART FAILED AFTER 12.7KM ON THE HIGHWAY TRAVELING AT 110KM/H 65MPH, THE CAR STEERING WAS VERY SHAKY WHEN ENTERI...

Apr 15, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 142,940 mi

IT WAS AT NIGHT RAINY AND COLD. I TURNED ON THE HEATER AND DEFROSTER BECAUSE MY CAR WINDOWS AND WHOLE INSIDE OF CABIN WERE OBSCURES BY A FOG. MY DEFROSTER CLEARED THE BACK WINDOW BUT ALL OTHERS NOT SO I ROLLED DOWN THE WINDOWS AND SHUT DOWN THE HEATER. I WAITED A WHILE AND USED CLOTHING TO WIPE T...

Apr 15, 2010 Visibility 142,940 mi

IT WAS AT NIGHT RAINY AND COLD. I TURNED ON THE HEATER AND DEFROSTER BECAUSE MY CAR WINDOWS AND WHOLE INSIDE OF CABIN WERE OBSCURES BY A FOG. MY DEFROSTER CLEARED THE BACK WINDOW BUT ALL OTHERS NOT SO I ROLLED DOWN THE WINDOWS AND SHUT DOWN THE HEATER. I WAITED A WHILE AND USED CLOTHING TO WIPE T...

Apr 15, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 142,940 mi

IT WAS AT NIGHT RAINY AND COLD. I TURNED ON THE HEATER AND DEFROSTER BECAUSE MY CAR WINDOWS AND WHOLE INSIDE OF CABIN WERE OBSCURES BY A FOG. MY DEFROSTER CLEARED THE BACK WINDOW BUT ALL OTHERS NOT SO I ROLLED DOWN THE WINDOWS AND SHUT DOWN THE HEATER. I WAITED A WHILE AND USED CLOTHING TO WIPE T...

Apr 15, 2010 Visibility 142,940 mi

IT WAS AT NIGHT RAINY AND COLD. I TURNED ON THE HEATER AND DEFROSTER BECAUSE MY CAR WINDOWS AND WHOLE INSIDE OF CABIN WERE OBSCURES BY A FOG. MY DEFROSTER CLEARED THE BACK WINDOW BUT ALL OTHERS NOT SO I ROLLED DOWN THE WINDOWS AND SHUT DOWN THE HEATER. I WAITED A WHILE AND USED CLOTHING TO WIPE T...

Feb 1, 2010 Electrical System

THE SPEEDOMETER IN ANY OCCASIONS DOES NOT MARK THE SPEED BUT IF IT MARKS THE MILES THAT ARE COVERED AND IT DOEST TURN ON THE LIGHT OF CHECK ENGINE TO BE ABLE TO KNOW THAT IT IS TRUMPING THE SPEEDOMETER, SOMETIMES MEANWHILE THE CAR LIGHTING AND IN MOVEMENT IT STOPS WORKING IT IS NOT THE FIRST CAR THA...

Feb 1, 2010 Electrical System

THE SPEEDOMETER IN ANY OCCASIONS DOES NOT MARK THE SPEED BUT IF IT MARKS THE MILES THAT ARE COVERED AND IT DOEST TURN ON THE LIGHT OF CHECK ENGINE TO BE ABLE TO KNOW THAT IT IS TRUMPING THE SPEEDOMETER, SOMETIMES MEANWHILE THE CAR LIGHTING AND IN MOVEMENT IT STOPS WORKING IT IS NOT THE FIRST CAR THA...

Jan 21, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 165,000 mi

ACCELERATOR STICKS WHEN IN HIGH RPM, IF YOU HIT THE BRAKE IT SLOWS THE CAR DOWN A LITTLE BUT THE CAR CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE. THIS HAS HAPPENED 2 TIMES WHEN I'M GOING AROUND 60PMH AND HAVE DROPPED INTO 4TH GEAR TO PASS SOMEONE. I HAD TO SHUT THE CAR OFF TO STOP IT FROM ACCELERATING. THEN WHEN THE...

Jan 21, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 165,000 mi

ACCELERATOR STICKS WHEN IN HIGH RPM, IF YOU HIT THE BRAKE IT SLOWS THE CAR DOWN A LITTLE BUT THE CAR CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE. THIS HAS HAPPENED 2 TIMES WHEN I'M GOING AROUND 60PMH AND HAVE DROPPED INTO 4TH GEAR TO PASS SOMEONE. I HAD TO SHUT THE CAR OFF TO STOP IT FROM ACCELERATING. THEN WHEN THE...

Apr 10, 2008 Structure 118,000 mi

THE HOOD BECAME UNDONE WHILE AT FREEWAY SPEED AND SMASHED INTO THE WINDSHIELD CAUSING A LARGE OBSTRUCTION OF VISION INCREASING THE POSSIBILITY OF AN ACCIDENT. THE HOOD LATCH BECAME LOOSE TO WHERE IT DID NOT LATCH PROPERLY. *TR

Apr 10, 2008 Structure 118,000 mi

THE HOOD BECAME UNDONE WHILE AT FREEWAY SPEED AND SMASHED INTO THE WINDSHIELD CAUSING A LARGE OBSTRUCTION OF VISION INCREASING THE POSSIBILITY OF AN ACCIDENT. THE HOOD LATCH BECAME LOOSE TO WHERE IT DID NOT LATCH PROPERLY. *TR

Sep 19, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE METAL SHIELD FAILED THAT PROTECTS THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 02V026000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AN...

Sep 19, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE METAL SHIELD FAILED THAT PROTECTS THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 02V026000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AN...

May 23, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE STARTED BUCKING UNTIL NO LONGER RUNNING. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A SERVICE STATION, WHERE THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE STARTED A COUPLE OF HOURS LATER THAT DAY. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT IT MIGHT BE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM OR THE ...

May 23, 2007 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE STARTED BUCKING UNTIL NO LONGER RUNNING. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A SERVICE STATION, WHERE THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE STARTED A COUPLE OF HOURS LATER THAT DAY. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT IT MIGHT BE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM OR THE ...

May 23, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE STARTED BUCKING UNTIL NO LONGER RUNNING. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A SERVICE STATION, WHERE THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE STARTED A COUPLE OF HOURS LATER THAT DAY. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT IT MIGHT BE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM OR THE ...

May 23, 2007 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE STARTED BUCKING UNTIL NO LONGER RUNNING. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A SERVICE STATION, WHERE THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE STARTED A COUPLE OF HOURS LATER THAT DAY. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT IT MIGHT BE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM OR THE ...

Mar 20, 2007 Air Bags 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Steering 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Visibility 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Visibility 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Electrical System 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Equipment 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Equipment 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Air Bags 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Steering 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Visibility 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Visibility 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Electrical System 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Equipment 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Mar 20, 2007 Equipment 100,000 mi

REPLACED IGNITION COIL FOR THE THIRD TIME IN AS MANY YEARS!! ELECTRIC WATER PUMP REPLACED. EATER CORE EXPLODED A COUPLE MONTHS LATER WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR! COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING AS CAR FILLED WITH ANTIFREEZE CLOUD. BELT DRIVEN WATER PUMP WENT A WEEK LATER....

Nov 22, 2005 Electrical System 147,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THERE WAS A LOSS OF EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTING. ALSO, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE DISABLED. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING. THE LIGHTS WILL SHUT OFF, BUT INTERMITTENTLY COME BACK ON. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE BATTERY, FUSES, AND THE ALTERNATOR. T...

Nov 22, 2005 Visibility 147,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THERE WAS A LOSS OF EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTING. ALSO, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE DISABLED. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING. THE LIGHTS WILL SHUT OFF, BUT INTERMITTENTLY COME BACK ON. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE BATTERY, FUSES, AND THE ALTERNATOR. T...

Nov 22, 2005 Electrical System 147,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THERE WAS A LOSS OF EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTING. ALSO, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE DISABLED. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING. THE LIGHTS WILL SHUT OFF, BUT INTERMITTENTLY COME BACK ON. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE BATTERY, FUSES, AND THE ALTERNATOR. T...

Nov 22, 2005 Visibility 147,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THERE WAS A LOSS OF EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTING. ALSO, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE DISABLED. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING. THE LIGHTS WILL SHUT OFF, BUT INTERMITTENTLY COME BACK ON. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE BATTERY, FUSES, AND THE ALTERNATOR. T...

Jul 31, 2005 Visibility 79,000 mi

WHILE PARKING MY 1992 VOLKSWAGEN CORRADO BACK IN LATE JANUARY 2005, MY HEATER CORE LEAK ALL OVER MY PASSENGER FLOOR, AND HAD STEAM COMING OUT THE VENTS AND FOGGING UP MY WINDOWS. AFTER INVESTIGATING ON THE INTERNET I SAW THAT THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM ON WATER COOLED VOLKSWAGENS. ON 7/30/05 I HAD A...

Jul 31, 2005 Visibility 79,000 mi

WHILE PARKING MY 1992 VOLKSWAGEN CORRADO BACK IN LATE JANUARY 2005, MY HEATER CORE LEAK ALL OVER MY PASSENGER FLOOR, AND HAD STEAM COMING OUT THE VENTS AND FOGGING UP MY WINDOWS. AFTER INVESTIGATING ON THE INTERNET I SAW THAT THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM ON WATER COOLED VOLKSWAGENS. ON 7/30/05 I HAD A...

Jul 24, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 50,000 mi

I FEEL LIKE MY JETTA IS A DEATHTRAP. IN THE FOUR YEARS THAT I HAVE OWNED IT, I HAVE HAD FOUR OF THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISMS MALFUNCTION. CURRENTLY, THE FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW IS STUCK SHUT, AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE BACK WINDOW IS STUCK OPEN! THIS IS ESPECIALLY CONCERNING BECAUSE THROUGHOUT THE COL...

Jul 24, 2005 Visibility 50,000 mi

I FEEL LIKE MY JETTA IS A DEATHTRAP. IN THE FOUR YEARS THAT I HAVE OWNED IT, I HAVE HAD FOUR OF THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISMS MALFUNCTION. CURRENTLY, THE FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW IS STUCK SHUT, AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE BACK WINDOW IS STUCK OPEN! THIS IS ESPECIALLY CONCERNING BECAUSE THROUGHOUT THE COL...

Jul 24, 2005 Equipment 50,000 mi

I FEEL LIKE MY JETTA IS A DEATHTRAP. IN THE FOUR YEARS THAT I HAVE OWNED IT, I HAVE HAD FOUR OF THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISMS MALFUNCTION. CURRENTLY, THE FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW IS STUCK SHUT, AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE BACK WINDOW IS STUCK OPEN! THIS IS ESPECIALLY CONCERNING BECAUSE THROUGHOUT THE COL...

Jul 24, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 50,000 mi

I FEEL LIKE MY JETTA IS A DEATHTRAP. IN THE FOUR YEARS THAT I HAVE OWNED IT, I HAVE HAD FOUR OF THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISMS MALFUNCTION. CURRENTLY, THE FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW IS STUCK SHUT, AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE BACK WINDOW IS STUCK OPEN! THIS IS ESPECIALLY CONCERNING BECAUSE THROUGHOUT THE COL...

Jul 24, 2005 Visibility 50,000 mi

I FEEL LIKE MY JETTA IS A DEATHTRAP. IN THE FOUR YEARS THAT I HAVE OWNED IT, I HAVE HAD FOUR OF THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISMS MALFUNCTION. CURRENTLY, THE FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW IS STUCK SHUT, AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE BACK WINDOW IS STUCK OPEN! THIS IS ESPECIALLY CONCERNING BECAUSE THROUGHOUT THE COL...

Jul 24, 2005 Equipment 50,000 mi

I FEEL LIKE MY JETTA IS A DEATHTRAP. IN THE FOUR YEARS THAT I HAVE OWNED IT, I HAVE HAD FOUR OF THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISMS MALFUNCTION. CURRENTLY, THE FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW IS STUCK SHUT, AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE BACK WINDOW IS STUCK OPEN! THIS IS ESPECIALLY CONCERNING BECAUSE THROUGHOUT THE COL...

Jul 14, 2005 Structure 96,593 mi

DT: THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE WHEEL HOUSING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR PROTECTOR SHIELD. WHEN THEY INSTALLED THE HOOK IT MADE NOISE AND IT FELL OFF. WHEN IT FELL OFF IT STARTED TO SQUEAK. HE CALLED THE DEALERSHIP, AND TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY PUT IN ANOTHER HOOK . THE HOOK FELL OFF ...

Jul 14, 2005 Structure 96,593 mi

DT: THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE WHEEL HOUSING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR PROTECTOR SHIELD. WHEN THEY INSTALLED THE HOOK IT MADE NOISE AND IT FELL OFF. WHEN IT FELL OFF IT STARTED TO SQUEAK. HE CALLED THE DEALERSHIP, AND TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY PUT IN ANOTHER HOOK . THE HOOK FELL OFF ...

Jul 1, 2005 Visibility 81,200 mi

THIS IS ANOTHER OF THE MANY CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS REGARDING THE POWER WINDOWS IN VOLKSWAGEN CARS. CURRENTLY, MY FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW IS STUCK DOWN AND WILL NOT RAISE. IT WILL REQUIRE A NEW WINDOW REGULATOR. MY BACK WINDOWS ARE ALSO CURRENTLY STUCK IN THE UP POSITION. I HAD PREVIOUSLY BROUGHT THE CAR...

Jul 1, 2005 Visibility 81,200 mi

THIS IS ANOTHER OF THE MANY CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS REGARDING THE POWER WINDOWS IN VOLKSWAGEN CARS. CURRENTLY, MY FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW IS STUCK DOWN AND WILL NOT RAISE. IT WILL REQUIRE A NEW WINDOW REGULATOR. MY BACK WINDOWS ARE ALSO CURRENTLY STUCK IN THE UP POSITION. I HAD PREVIOUSLY BROUGHT THE CAR...

Mar 8, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Equipment

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Structure

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Visibility

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Tires

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Power Train

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Equipment

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Structure

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Visibility

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Tires

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 8, 2005 Power Train

THE CONSUMER'S 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLS HAD MULTIPLE COMPONENT FAILURES. **NAR** *NM THERE WAS AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK, THE A/C DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE WINDSHIELD WAS BROKEN, THE BODY HAD RUST DAMAGE, THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MADE NOISE, THERE WAS EXCESSIVE RUST TO THE MUFFLER, EXCESS...

Mar 7, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline

'RECALL CAMPAIGN' FOR VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 1997 INSTALL PROTECTIVE SHIELD IN RIGHT REAR WHEELHOUSING. *BF THE CONSUMER WAS CHAGRED FOR A RECALL REGARDING THE WINDOW REGULATORS. *JB

Mar 7, 2005 Visibility

'RECALL CAMPAIGN' FOR VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 1997 INSTALL PROTECTIVE SHIELD IN RIGHT REAR WHEELHOUSING. *BF THE CONSUMER WAS CHAGRED FOR A RECALL REGARDING THE WINDOW REGULATORS. *JB

Mar 7, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline

'RECALL CAMPAIGN' FOR VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 1997 INSTALL PROTECTIVE SHIELD IN RIGHT REAR WHEELHOUSING. *BF THE CONSUMER WAS CHAGRED FOR A RECALL REGARDING THE WINDOW REGULATORS. *JB

Mar 7, 2005 Visibility

'RECALL CAMPAIGN' FOR VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 1997 INSTALL PROTECTIVE SHIELD IN RIGHT REAR WHEELHOUSING. *BF THE CONSUMER WAS CHAGRED FOR A RECALL REGARDING THE WINDOW REGULATORS. *JB

Feb 24, 2005 Unknown Or Other 139,478 mi

'RECALL CAMPAIGN' FOR VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 1997. *BF THE DEALER COULD NOT PERFORM THE RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. *NM

Feb 24, 2005 Unknown Or Other 139,478 mi

'RECALL CAMPAIGN' FOR VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 1997. *BF THE DEALER COULD NOT PERFORM THE RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. *NM

Jan 6, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 117,752 mi

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH SOMETIMES WORK AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T... CAN'T LOCK DOORS ON DRIVER SIDE WITH MY MASTER KEY, CAN ONLY LOCK AND SET ALARM ON PASSENGER SIDE. AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON... VEHICLE CUTS OFF RANDOMLY WHEN SLOWING DOWN OR STOPPING... WITHOUT NOTICE!*AK

Jan 6, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 117,752 mi

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH SOMETIMES WORK AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T... CAN'T LOCK DOORS ON DRIVER SIDE WITH MY MASTER KEY, CAN ONLY LOCK AND SET ALARM ON PASSENGER SIDE. AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON... VEHICLE CUTS OFF RANDOMLY WHEN SLOWING DOWN OR STOPPING... WITHOUT NOTICE!*AK

Nov 9, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

WHILE THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. *NM THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL BUT IT KEPT RACING FORWARD. *TC *JB

Nov 9, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

WHILE THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. *NM THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL BUT IT KEPT RACING FORWARD. *TC *JB

Oct 31, 2004 Electrical System

MY 1997 JETTA WAS PURCHASED NEW IN AUGUST 1997 IN CANADA. IN 1997, THE ELECTRIC MOON ROOF AND THE ELECTRIC WINDOW HAD INTERMITTENT FAULT OF NOT OPERATING AND WERE FIXED. HOWEVER AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD ONE REAR ELECTRIC WINDOW COULD NOT BE OPERATED LOCALLY. IN OCT 28, 2004 THE GENERATOR WAS ...

Oct 31, 2004 Electrical System

MY 1997 JETTA WAS PURCHASED NEW IN AUGUST 1997 IN CANADA. IN 1997, THE ELECTRIC MOON ROOF AND THE ELECTRIC WINDOW HAD INTERMITTENT FAULT OF NOT OPERATING AND WERE FIXED. HOWEVER AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD ONE REAR ELECTRIC WINDOW COULD NOT BE OPERATED LOCALLY. IN OCT 28, 2004 THE GENERATOR WAS ...

Oct 24, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control

AFTER A CASUAL SUNDAY AFTERNOON DRIVE ( IN MY 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA ) AT MODERATE SPEEDS I PARKED THE CAR FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES WHILE I ATE LUNCH. I THEN STARTED THE CAR, PULLED OUT OF THE PARKING LOT, AND PUT THE BLINKER ON TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN. I STOPPED AT A LIGHT, AND WHILE THE CAR WAS IN DR...

Oct 24, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control

AFTER A CASUAL SUNDAY AFTERNOON DRIVE ( IN MY 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA ) AT MODERATE SPEEDS I PARKED THE CAR FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES WHILE I ATE LUNCH. I THEN STARTED THE CAR, PULLED OUT OF THE PARKING LOT, AND PUT THE BLINKER ON TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN. I STOPPED AT A LIGHT, AND WHILE THE CAR WAS IN DR...

Sep 23, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 71,000 mi

MY COMPLAINT IS REGARDING THE THROTTLE BODY ON THE MOTOR. THE CAR RAN VERY ERRATICALLY AND STALLED A NUMBER OF TIMES. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON OFTEN. THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. THE OLD PART IS NOT AVAILABLE. *JB

Sep 23, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 71,000 mi

MY COMPLAINT IS REGARDING THE THROTTLE BODY ON THE MOTOR. THE CAR RAN VERY ERRATICALLY AND STALLED A NUMBER OF TIMES. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON OFTEN. THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. THE OLD PART IS NOT AVAILABLE. *JB

Jun 30, 2004 Suspension 12,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE. REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL CAME OFF, AND THE BRAKE DRUM SPLIT IN HALF. CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED THAT WHEEL BEARING FAILED, AND RIGHT SIDE WHEEL BEARING WAS VERY WEAK.*AK

Jun 30, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 12,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE. REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL CAME OFF, AND THE BRAKE DRUM SPLIT IN HALF. CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED THAT WHEEL BEARING FAILED, AND RIGHT SIDE WHEEL BEARING WAS VERY WEAK.*AK

Jun 30, 2004 Wheels 12,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE. REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL CAME OFF, AND THE BRAKE DRUM SPLIT IN HALF. CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED THAT WHEEL BEARING FAILED, AND RIGHT SIDE WHEEL BEARING WAS VERY WEAK.*AK

Jun 30, 2004 Suspension 12,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE. REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL CAME OFF, AND THE BRAKE DRUM SPLIT IN HALF. CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED THAT WHEEL BEARING FAILED, AND RIGHT SIDE WHEEL BEARING WAS VERY WEAK.*AK

Jun 30, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 12,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE. REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL CAME OFF, AND THE BRAKE DRUM SPLIT IN HALF. CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED THAT WHEEL BEARING FAILED, AND RIGHT SIDE WHEEL BEARING WAS VERY WEAK.*AK

Jun 30, 2004 Wheels 12,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE. REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL CAME OFF, AND THE BRAKE DRUM SPLIT IN HALF. CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED THAT WHEEL BEARING FAILED, AND RIGHT SIDE WHEEL BEARING WAS VERY WEAK.*AK

Jun 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE FOR A SMOG CHECK POINT TEST. THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT STAYED ON. THE VEHICLE PASSED THE EMISSION TEST, BUT THE EXAMINER COULD NOT SEND THE FINAL APPROVAL TO THE MOTOR VEHICLE DEPARTMENT (DMV) UNTIL THE DEFECT WAS REPAIRED...

Jun 29, 2004 Wheels Crash 101,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A PARKWAY DOING APPROX 55MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER WHEEL ASSEMBLY FELL COMPLETELY OFF OF THE CAR CAUSING MECHANICAL AND BODY DAMAGE. THE REPAIR STATION STATED THE WHEEL BEARING HAD FROZEN AND BASICALY BURNED OFF. THERE WAS ALOT OF GREASE OR OTHER MATERIAL ON THE RIM WHEN IT WAS RECOVE...

Jun 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE FOR A SMOG CHECK POINT TEST. THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT STAYED ON. THE VEHICLE PASSED THE EMISSION TEST, BUT THE EXAMINER COULD NOT SEND THE FINAL APPROVAL TO THE MOTOR VEHICLE DEPARTMENT (DMV) UNTIL THE DEFECT WAS REPAIRED...

Jun 29, 2004 Wheels Crash 101,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A PARKWAY DOING APPROX 55MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER WHEEL ASSEMBLY FELL COMPLETELY OFF OF THE CAR CAUSING MECHANICAL AND BODY DAMAGE. THE REPAIR STATION STATED THE WHEEL BEARING HAD FROZEN AND BASICALY BURNED OFF. THERE WAS ALOT OF GREASE OR OTHER MATERIAL ON THE RIM WHEN IT WAS RECOVE...

Jun 26, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 102,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL YEARS THE CRUISE HAS HAD INTERMITTENT ENGAGEMENT. (WHEN THE SET BUTTON IS PRESSED, THE CRUISE DOES NOT ENGAGE). WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE VW DEALER AND THEY SAID THE CRUISE MODULE WAS BAD. WE DID NOT HAVE $380 TO PAY FOR CRUISE, SO WE ELECTED TO NOT REPAIR. BUT ONE TIME, WITHOUT WARNIN...

Jun 26, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 102,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL YEARS THE CRUISE HAS HAD INTERMITTENT ENGAGEMENT. (WHEN THE SET BUTTON IS PRESSED, THE CRUISE DOES NOT ENGAGE). WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE VW DEALER AND THEY SAID THE CRUISE MODULE WAS BAD. WE DID NOT HAVE $380 TO PAY FOR CRUISE, SO WE ELECTED TO NOT REPAIR. BUT ONE TIME, WITHOUT WARNIN...

Jun 16, 2004 Electrical System 49,000 mi

ON SEVERAL DIFFERENT OCCASIONS NOW MY 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GL HAS FAILED TO START.BECAUSE THIS HAS HAPPENED AT NIGHT AND ALMOST ALWAYS AWAY FROM HOME THIS HAS BEEN A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. THERE IS NEVER ANY WARNING THAT THIS IS GOING TO HAPPEN. THE CAR MAY BE WORKING FINE AND THEN THE NE...

Jun 16, 2004 Electrical System 49,000 mi

ON SEVERAL DIFFERENT OCCASIONS NOW MY 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GL HAS FAILED TO START.BECAUSE THIS HAS HAPPENED AT NIGHT AND ALMOST ALWAYS AWAY FROM HOME THIS HAS BEEN A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. THERE IS NEVER ANY WARNING THAT THIS IS GOING TO HAPPEN. THE CAR MAY BE WORKING FINE AND THEN THE NE...

Apr 5, 2004 Power Train 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Visibility 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Suspension 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Electrical System 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Air Bags 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Power Train 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Visibility 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Suspension 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Electrical System 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Apr 5, 2004 Air Bags 67,000 mi

PAST YEAR: AUTO DOOR LOCKS FAILED, COULD NOT OPEN EITHER FRONT DOOR; TRANSMISSION FAILED, EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTED OUT, HEADLIGHTS OUT, SIGNALS OUT, WHEEL BEARINGS NEED REPLACED, AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE CAR IN NEARLY 1 YEAR, REQUIRED NEARLY $5000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. *JB

Mar 26, 2004 Electrical System Fire

WHEN DRIVING 25 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED BLACK SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF, OPENED THE HOOD, AND NOTICED FLAMES COMING FROM THE ENGINE. CONSUMER CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO PUT OUT THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. *AK

Mar 26, 2004 Electrical System Fire

WHEN DRIVING 25 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED BLACK SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF, OPENED THE HOOD, AND NOTICED FLAMES COMING FROM THE ENGINE. CONSUMER CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO PUT OUT THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. *AK

Mar 17, 2004 Visibility

CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO OPERATE THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT SIDE WINDOW SWITCH. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE CAUSE HAD NOT BEEN DETERMINED. *AK

Mar 17, 2004 Visibility

CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO OPERATE THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT SIDE WINDOW SWITCH. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE CAUSE HAD NOT BEEN DETERMINED. *AK

Mar 13, 2004 Power Train

PROBLEM WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING INTO REVERSE; DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO AND OUT OF REVERSE AND SECOND GEAR,FORCING YOU TO DOUBLE CLUTCH TO ENABLE SHIFTING. TICKING SOUND WHEN IN REVERSE. THIS RESULTED IN CHIPPED AND PITTED REVERSE IDLE GEAR AND GEAR TEETH MISSING. ALSO, SHIFTER LEVER VI...

Mar 13, 2004 Structure

PROBLEM WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING INTO REVERSE; DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO AND OUT OF REVERSE AND SECOND GEAR,FORCING YOU TO DOUBLE CLUTCH TO ENABLE SHIFTING. TICKING SOUND WHEN IN REVERSE. THIS RESULTED IN CHIPPED AND PITTED REVERSE IDLE GEAR AND GEAR TEETH MISSING. ALSO, SHIFTER LEVER VI...

Mar 13, 2004 Power Train

PROBLEM WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING INTO REVERSE; DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO AND OUT OF REVERSE AND SECOND GEAR,FORCING YOU TO DOUBLE CLUTCH TO ENABLE SHIFTING. TICKING SOUND WHEN IN REVERSE. THIS RESULTED IN CHIPPED AND PITTED REVERSE IDLE GEAR AND GEAR TEETH MISSING. ALSO, SHIFTER LEVER VI...

Mar 13, 2004 Power Train

PROBLEM WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING INTO REVERSE; DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO AND OUT OF REVERSE AND SECOND GEAR,FORCING YOU TO DOUBLE CLUTCH TO ENABLE SHIFTING. TICKING SOUND WHEN IN REVERSE. THIS RESULTED IN CHIPPED AND PITTED REVERSE IDLE GEAR AND GEAR TEETH MISSING. ALSO, SHIFTER LEVER VI...

Mar 13, 2004 Structure

PROBLEM WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING INTO REVERSE; DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO AND OUT OF REVERSE AND SECOND GEAR,FORCING YOU TO DOUBLE CLUTCH TO ENABLE SHIFTING. TICKING SOUND WHEN IN REVERSE. THIS RESULTED IN CHIPPED AND PITTED REVERSE IDLE GEAR AND GEAR TEETH MISSING. ALSO, SHIFTER LEVER VI...

Mar 13, 2004 Power Train

PROBLEM WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING INTO REVERSE; DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO AND OUT OF REVERSE AND SECOND GEAR,FORCING YOU TO DOUBLE CLUTCH TO ENABLE SHIFTING. TICKING SOUND WHEN IN REVERSE. THIS RESULTED IN CHIPPED AND PITTED REVERSE IDLE GEAR AND GEAR TEETH MISSING. ALSO, SHIFTER LEVER VI...

Jan 16, 2004 Air Bags Crash 84,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SKIDDED ON THE SNOW ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AND COLLIDED WITH A GUARDRAIL. THE AIRBAG SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED AND DID NOT DEPLOY. *CB

Jan 16, 2004 Air Bags Crash 84,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SKIDDED ON THE SNOW ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AND COLLIDED WITH A GUARDRAIL. THE AIRBAG SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED AND DID NOT DEPLOY. *CB

Jan 16, 2004 Equipment Crash 84,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SKIDDED ON THE SNOW ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AND COLLIDED WITH A GUARDRAIL. THE AIRBAG SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED AND DID NOT DEPLOY. *CB

Jan 16, 2004 Air Bags Crash 84,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SKIDDED ON THE SNOW ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AND COLLIDED WITH A GUARDRAIL. THE AIRBAG SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED AND DID NOT DEPLOY. *CB

Jan 16, 2004 Air Bags Crash 84,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SKIDDED ON THE SNOW ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AND COLLIDED WITH A GUARDRAIL. THE AIRBAG SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED AND DID NOT DEPLOY. *CB

Jan 16, 2004 Equipment Crash 84,000 mi

THE VEHICLE SKIDDED ON THE SNOW ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AND COLLIDED WITH A GUARDRAIL. THE AIRBAG SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED AND DID NOT DEPLOY. *CB

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 98,157 mi

I BOUGHT THE CAR ON MARCH 5, 2003 AND AFTER 2-3 DAYS THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON! I MADE MORE THAN SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO HAVE THE REPAIRS DONE AT LITHIA VW IN RENO, NV; AND THE ONLY REPAIRS HALF WAY DONE WAS THE SECONDARY AIR INJECTION VALVE AND HOSES, BUT NOT THE SAI PUMP AS WELL AS THE TUMBLER OF THE I...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,157 mi

I BOUGHT THE CAR ON MARCH 5, 2003 AND AFTER 2-3 DAYS THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON! I MADE MORE THAN SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO HAVE THE REPAIRS DONE AT LITHIA VW IN RENO, NV; AND THE ONLY REPAIRS HALF WAY DONE WAS THE SECONDARY AIR INJECTION VALVE AND HOSES, BUT NOT THE SAI PUMP AS WELL AS THE TUMBLER OF THE I...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 98,157 mi

I BOUGHT THE CAR ON MARCH 5, 2003 AND AFTER 2-3 DAYS THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON! I MADE MORE THAN SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO HAVE THE REPAIRS DONE AT LITHIA VW IN RENO, NV; AND THE ONLY REPAIRS HALF WAY DONE WAS THE SECONDARY AIR INJECTION VALVE AND HOSES, BUT NOT THE SAI PUMP AS WELL AS THE TUMBLER OF THE I...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,157 mi

I BOUGHT THE CAR ON MARCH 5, 2003 AND AFTER 2-3 DAYS THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON! I MADE MORE THAN SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO HAVE THE REPAIRS DONE AT LITHIA VW IN RENO, NV; AND THE ONLY REPAIRS HALF WAY DONE WAS THE SECONDARY AIR INJECTION VALVE AND HOSES, BUT NOT THE SAI PUMP AS WELL AS THE TUMBLER OF THE I...

Jan 8, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 69,342 mi

I PURCHASED A USED 1997 VW JETTA GL IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR, THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO GIVE ME A WARRANTY. THEY SAID THAT THEY DIDN'T OFFER THE WARRANTY WITH CARS OVER 55,000 MILES, MINE HAD 55,500 MILES. IN LATE SEPTEMBER OF 2001 (69342 MILES), MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT O...

Jan 8, 2004 Electrical System 69,342 mi

I PURCHASED A USED 1997 VW JETTA GL IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR, THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO GIVE ME A WARRANTY. THEY SAID THAT THEY DIDN'T OFFER THE WARRANTY WITH CARS OVER 55,000 MILES, MINE HAD 55,500 MILES. IN LATE SEPTEMBER OF 2001 (69342 MILES), MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT O...

Jan 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 69,342 mi

I PURCHASED A USED 1997 VW JETTA GL IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR, THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO GIVE ME A WARRANTY. THEY SAID THAT THEY DIDN'T OFFER THE WARRANTY WITH CARS OVER 55,000 MILES, MINE HAD 55,500 MILES. IN LATE SEPTEMBER OF 2001 (69342 MILES), MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT O...

Jan 8, 2004 Power Train 69,342 mi

I PURCHASED A USED 1997 VW JETTA GL IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR, THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO GIVE ME A WARRANTY. THEY SAID THAT THEY DIDN'T OFFER THE WARRANTY WITH CARS OVER 55,000 MILES, MINE HAD 55,500 MILES. IN LATE SEPTEMBER OF 2001 (69342 MILES), MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT O...

Jan 8, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 69,342 mi

I PURCHASED A USED 1997 VW JETTA GL IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR, THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO GIVE ME A WARRANTY. THEY SAID THAT THEY DIDN'T OFFER THE WARRANTY WITH CARS OVER 55,000 MILES, MINE HAD 55,500 MILES. IN LATE SEPTEMBER OF 2001 (69342 MILES), MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT O...

Jan 8, 2004 Electrical System 69,342 mi

I PURCHASED A USED 1997 VW JETTA GL IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR, THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO GIVE ME A WARRANTY. THEY SAID THAT THEY DIDN'T OFFER THE WARRANTY WITH CARS OVER 55,000 MILES, MINE HAD 55,500 MILES. IN LATE SEPTEMBER OF 2001 (69342 MILES), MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT O...

Jan 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 69,342 mi

I PURCHASED A USED 1997 VW JETTA GL IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR, THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO GIVE ME A WARRANTY. THEY SAID THAT THEY DIDN'T OFFER THE WARRANTY WITH CARS OVER 55,000 MILES, MINE HAD 55,500 MILES. IN LATE SEPTEMBER OF 2001 (69342 MILES), MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT O...

Jan 8, 2004 Power Train 69,342 mi

I PURCHASED A USED 1997 VW JETTA GL IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR, THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO GIVE ME A WARRANTY. THEY SAID THAT THEY DIDN'T OFFER THE WARRANTY WITH CARS OVER 55,000 MILES, MINE HAD 55,500 MILES. IN LATE SEPTEMBER OF 2001 (69342 MILES), MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT O...

Jan 1, 2004 Electrical System 45,218 mi

TH IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER HAS BROKEN AND BEEN REPLACED ON MY 1997 JETTA TWICE. *AK

Jan 1, 2004 Electrical System 45,218 mi

TH IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER HAS BROKEN AND BEEN REPLACED ON MY 1997 JETTA TWICE. *AK

Dec 18, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 78,000 mi

FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS WILL NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE WHEN IT IS TOO COLD OUTSIDE. DEALER SAYS THAT THE VACCUUM ACTUATORS (WHATEVER THOSE ARE) ARE THE PROBLEM AND NEED TO BE REPLACED, AT SIGNIFICANT COST. LSO, DRIVER'S DOOR LOCK CAME OUT COMPLETELY WITH THE KEY. DEALER REPLACED TH...

Dec 18, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 78,000 mi

FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS WILL NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE WHEN IT IS TOO COLD OUTSIDE. DEALER SAYS THAT THE VACCUUM ACTUATORS (WHATEVER THOSE ARE) ARE THE PROBLEM AND NEED TO BE REPLACED, AT SIGNIFICANT COST. LSO, DRIVER'S DOOR LOCK CAME OUT COMPLETELY WITH THE KEY. DEALER REPLACED TH...

Nov 4, 2003 Visibility 26,000 mi

THE FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW STOPPED WORKING AT 26,000 MILES, FOLLOWED BY THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW AT 30,000 MILES AND THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW AT 36,000 MILES. WE HAVE NOT REPAIRED ANY OF THESE BECAUSE WE WERE TOLD WE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR IT, SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AFTER...

Nov 4, 2003 Visibility 26,000 mi

THE FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW STOPPED WORKING AT 26,000 MILES, FOLLOWED BY THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW AT 30,000 MILES AND THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW AT 36,000 MILES. WE HAVE NOT REPAIRED ANY OF THESE BECAUSE WE WERE TOLD WE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR IT, SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AFTER...

Oct 22, 2003 Power Train

VEHICLE SHIFTS ROUGH BETWEEN LOWER GEARS, AND HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE FOR A PERIOD OF 1 YEAR. THE TRANSMISSION HAS LOST 4TH GEAR AND IS EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL FAILURE AS WELL. *LA

Oct 22, 2003 Power Train

VEHICLE SHIFTS ROUGH BETWEEN LOWER GEARS, AND HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE FOR A PERIOD OF 1 YEAR. THE TRANSMISSION HAS LOST 4TH GEAR AND IS EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL FAILURE AS WELL. *LA

Sep 19, 2003 Electrical System

WE BOUGHT THE 1997 JETTA USED IN 2000. SINCE THEN IT HAD IT'S IGNITION CHANGED (NEW KEY TO START ENGINE). THE THIRD STARTER WAS JUST PUT IN. WE THOUGHT THE NEW STARTER WOULD FIX THE PROBLEM OF THE ENGINE NOT TURNING OVER, BUT IT'S BACK AGAIN LESS THAN 21 DAYS AFTER THE STARTER WAS PUT. IT'S IN T...

Sep 19, 2003 Electrical System

WE BOUGHT THE 1997 JETTA USED IN 2000. SINCE THEN IT HAD IT'S IGNITION CHANGED (NEW KEY TO START ENGINE). THE THIRD STARTER WAS JUST PUT IN. WE THOUGHT THE NEW STARTER WOULD FIX THE PROBLEM OF THE ENGINE NOT TURNING OVER, BUT IT'S BACK AGAIN LESS THAN 21 DAYS AFTER THE STARTER WAS PUT. IT'S IN T...

Aug 21, 2003 Electrical System 9,700 mi

ENGINE SHUTS DOWN WHEN SITTING AT LIGHTS. CAR HAS BEEN IN SHOP 4 DAYS PROBLEM CANNOT BE FOUND.*AK

Aug 21, 2003 Electrical System 9,700 mi

ENGINE SHUTS DOWN WHEN SITTING AT LIGHTS. CAR HAS BEEN IN SHOP 4 DAYS PROBLEM CANNOT BE FOUND.*AK

Aug 1, 2003 Visibility

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE WINDOWS ON VEHICLE. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT SHE WILL NEED TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DELAER TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG WITH THE WINDOWS. BUT CONSUMER WILL HAVE TO PAY FOR IT BECAUSE WARRANTY EXPIRED. *AK

Aug 1, 2003 Visibility

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE WINDOWS ON VEHICLE. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT SHE WILL NEED TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DELAER TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG WITH THE WINDOWS. BUT CONSUMER WILL HAVE TO PAY FOR IT BECAUSE WARRANTY EXPIRED. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Air Bags

MY PASSAGNER AIR BAG SHOWED DEFECT. MY ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jul 24, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

MY PASSAGNER AIR BAG SHOWED DEFECT. MY ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jul 24, 2003 Air Bags

MY PASSAGNER AIR BAG SHOWED DEFECT. MY ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jul 24, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

MY PASSAGNER AIR BAG SHOWED DEFECT. MY ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jul 23, 2003 Visibility

CONSUMER STATED THAT WINDOW WOULD FALL INSIDE THE DOOR WHEN TRYING TO OPERATE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Electrical System

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE WILL SHUTDOWN. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Visibility

CONSUMER STATED THAT WINDOW WOULD FALL INSIDE THE DOOR WHEN TRYING TO OPERATE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Electrical System

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE WILL SHUTDOWN. *AK

Jul 21, 2003 Visibility

3 OUT OF THE 4 WINDOW REGULATORS ON MY 1997 VW JETTA HAVE GONE BAD WITHIN THE PAST 9 OR SO MONTHS. I SEARCHED THE NHTSA SITE TO SEE IF ANY RECALL HAD BEEN ORDERED, AND FOUND NOTHING. DURING THE LAST INCIDENT (MY FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW), THE WINDOW MADE A LOUD NOISE, AND THEN WOULD NOT GO BACK...

Jul 21, 2003 Visibility

3 OUT OF THE 4 WINDOW REGULATORS ON MY 1997 VW JETTA HAVE GONE BAD WITHIN THE PAST 9 OR SO MONTHS. I SEARCHED THE NHTSA SITE TO SEE IF ANY RECALL HAD BEEN ORDERED, AND FOUND NOTHING. DURING THE LAST INCIDENT (MY FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW), THE WINDOW MADE A LOUD NOISE, AND THEN WOULD NOT GO BACK...

Jul 10, 2003 Tires 36,721 mi

PROBLEMS WITH IGNITION SWITCH AND TIRE EQUIPMENT.*MR THE DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH AND STARTER ASSEMBLY. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, THE REAR TIRE FELL OFF THE VEHICLE, THEMECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER IT WAS DUE TO BALL BEARING SEIZING WHICH CAUSED A TREMENDOUS A...

Jul 10, 2003 Electrical System 36,721 mi

PROBLEMS WITH IGNITION SWITCH AND TIRE EQUIPMENT.*MR THE DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH AND STARTER ASSEMBLY. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, THE REAR TIRE FELL OFF THE VEHICLE, THEMECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER IT WAS DUE TO BALL BEARING SEIZING WHICH CAUSED A TREMENDOUS A...

Jul 10, 2003 Suspension 36,721 mi

PROBLEMS WITH IGNITION SWITCH AND TIRE EQUIPMENT.*MR THE DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH AND STARTER ASSEMBLY. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, THE REAR TIRE FELL OFF THE VEHICLE, THEMECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER IT WAS DUE TO BALL BEARING SEIZING WHICH CAUSED A TREMENDOUS A...

Jul 10, 2003 Tires 36,721 mi

PROBLEMS WITH IGNITION SWITCH AND TIRE EQUIPMENT.*MR THE DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH AND STARTER ASSEMBLY. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, THE REAR TIRE FELL OFF THE VEHICLE, THEMECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER IT WAS DUE TO BALL BEARING SEIZING WHICH CAUSED A TREMENDOUS A...

Jul 10, 2003 Electrical System 36,721 mi

PROBLEMS WITH IGNITION SWITCH AND TIRE EQUIPMENT.*MR THE DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH AND STARTER ASSEMBLY. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, THE REAR TIRE FELL OFF THE VEHICLE, THEMECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER IT WAS DUE TO BALL BEARING SEIZING WHICH CAUSED A TREMENDOUS A...

Jul 10, 2003 Suspension 36,721 mi

PROBLEMS WITH IGNITION SWITCH AND TIRE EQUIPMENT.*MR THE DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH AND STARTER ASSEMBLY. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, THE REAR TIRE FELL OFF THE VEHICLE, THEMECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER IT WAS DUE TO BALL BEARING SEIZING WHICH CAUSED A TREMENDOUS A...

Jul 7, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION FAILED. *MR THE TRANSMISSION HAD GONE OUT WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. IT HAD TAKEN THREE WEEKS TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK AT THAT TIME. THE FOLLOWING YEAR, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK. THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. IT WASN'T UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED AGAIN, THE CONSUM...

Jul 7, 2003 Electrical System

VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION FAILED. *MR THE TRANSMISSION HAD GONE OUT WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. IT HAD TAKEN THREE WEEKS TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK AT THAT TIME. THE FOLLOWING YEAR, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK. THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. IT WASN'T UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED AGAIN, THE CONSUM...

Jul 7, 2003 Power Train

VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION FAILED. *MR THE TRANSMISSION HAD GONE OUT WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. IT HAD TAKEN THREE WEEKS TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK AT THAT TIME. THE FOLLOWING YEAR, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK. THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. IT WASN'T UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED AGAIN, THE CONSUM...

Jul 7, 2003 Structure

VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION FAILED. *MR THE TRANSMISSION HAD GONE OUT WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. IT HAD TAKEN THREE WEEKS TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK AT THAT TIME. THE FOLLOWING YEAR, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK. THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. IT WASN'T UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED AGAIN, THE CONSUM...

Jul 7, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION FAILED. *MR THE TRANSMISSION HAD GONE OUT WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. IT HAD TAKEN THREE WEEKS TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK AT THAT TIME. THE FOLLOWING YEAR, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK. THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. IT WASN'T UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED AGAIN, THE CONSUM...

Jul 7, 2003 Electrical System

VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION FAILED. *MR THE TRANSMISSION HAD GONE OUT WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. IT HAD TAKEN THREE WEEKS TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK AT THAT TIME. THE FOLLOWING YEAR, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK. THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. IT WASN'T UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED AGAIN, THE CONSUM...

Jul 7, 2003 Power Train

VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION FAILED. *MR THE TRANSMISSION HAD GONE OUT WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. IT HAD TAKEN THREE WEEKS TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK AT THAT TIME. THE FOLLOWING YEAR, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK. THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. IT WASN'T UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED AGAIN, THE CONSUM...

Jul 7, 2003 Structure

VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION FAILED. *MR THE TRANSMISSION HAD GONE OUT WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. IT HAD TAKEN THREE WEEKS TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK AT THAT TIME. THE FOLLOWING YEAR, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK. THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. IT WASN'T UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED AGAIN, THE CONSUM...

Jun 3, 2003 Power Train 43,234 mi

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP LIGHT VEHICLE WAS VERY SLUGGISH AND MOVED SLOWLY. DEALER PERFORMED DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAD FAILED.*AK

Jun 3, 2003 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING AND WITH NO WARNING VEHICLE WILL STALL. IT WILL BE HARD FOR CONSUMER TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. *AK

Jun 3, 2003 Power Train 43,234 mi

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP LIGHT VEHICLE WAS VERY SLUGGISH AND MOVED SLOWLY. DEALER PERFORMED DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAD FAILED.*AK

Jun 3, 2003 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING AND WITH NO WARNING VEHICLE WILL STALL. IT WILL BE HARD FOR CONSUMER TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. *AK

May 8, 2003 Visibility 5,000 mi

SINCE I HAVE PURCHASED MY VEHICLE BRAND NEW OFF THE LOT , I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR WINDOWS, EVERYONE ON THE VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD TO REPAIR AT SOME POINT COSTING AT LEAST 200.00 A POP , NOW I KNOW THINGS HAPPENS BUT I AM THE ONLY PERSON RIDING IN MY VEHICLE SO I REALLY DON'T UNDERST...

May 8, 2003 Visibility 5,000 mi

SINCE I HAVE PURCHASED MY VEHICLE BRAND NEW OFF THE LOT , I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR WINDOWS, EVERYONE ON THE VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD TO REPAIR AT SOME POINT COSTING AT LEAST 200.00 A POP , NOW I KNOW THINGS HAPPENS BUT I AM THE ONLY PERSON RIDING IN MY VEHICLE SO I REALLY DON'T UNDERST...

Feb 4, 2003 Structure

PLASTIC SUPPORTS HOLDING WINDOW LIFT UNIT IN REAR PASSENGER DOOR BROKE.*AK

Feb 4, 2003 Structure

PLASTIC SUPPORTS HOLDING WINDOW LIFT UNIT IN REAR PASSENGER DOOR BROKE.*AK

Jan 31, 2003 Suspension 34,875 mi

WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS A WHINING NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER CHECKED DRIVE TRAIN AND WHEELS AND FOUND CUPPING OF THE LEFT FRONT TIRE. ALL FOUR TIRES WERE REPLACED, BALANCED AND ALIGNED. NOISE AFTER TIRE CHANGE. DEALER REPLACED FRONT AND REAR FACTORY INSTALLED WHEEL BEA...

Jan 31, 2003 Suspension 34,875 mi

WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS A WHINING NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER CHECKED DRIVE TRAIN AND WHEELS AND FOUND CUPPING OF THE LEFT FRONT TIRE. ALL FOUR TIRES WERE REPLACED, BALANCED AND ALIGNED. NOISE AFTER TIRE CHANGE. DEALER REPLACED FRONT AND REAR FACTORY INSTALLED WHEEL BEA...

Jan 17, 2003 Electrical System 55,000 mi

BOUGHT JETTA GLS NEW 12/97. MOLDINGS FALL OFF CONSTANTLY. THREE OF FOUR POWER WINDOWS HAVE FAILED, ALL NEEDING REGULATORS REPLACED. SLOW WIPER SPEED CUTS OFF AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. OIL LEAK. CAN'T LOCK DOORS ON DRIVER SIDE WITH MY MASTER KEY, CAN ONLY LOCK AND SET ALARM ON PASSENGER SIDE...

Jan 17, 2003 Electrical System 55,000 mi

BOUGHT JETTA GLS NEW 12/97. MOLDINGS FALL OFF CONSTANTLY. THREE OF FOUR POWER WINDOWS HAVE FAILED, ALL NEEDING REGULATORS REPLACED. SLOW WIPER SPEED CUTS OFF AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. OIL LEAK. CAN'T LOCK DOORS ON DRIVER SIDE WITH MY MASTER KEY, CAN ONLY LOCK AND SET ALARM ON PASSENGER SIDE...

Jan 17, 2003 Structure 55,000 mi

BOUGHT JETTA GLS NEW 12/97. MOLDINGS FALL OFF CONSTANTLY. THREE OF FOUR POWER WINDOWS HAVE FAILED, ALL NEEDING REGULATORS REPLACED. SLOW WIPER SPEED CUTS OFF AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. OIL LEAK. CAN'T LOCK DOORS ON DRIVER SIDE WITH MY MASTER KEY, CAN ONLY LOCK AND SET ALARM ON PASSENGER SIDE...

Jan 17, 2003 Visibility 55,000 mi

BOUGHT JETTA GLS NEW 12/97. MOLDINGS FALL OFF CONSTANTLY. THREE OF FOUR POWER WINDOWS HAVE FAILED, ALL NEEDING REGULATORS REPLACED. SLOW WIPER SPEED CUTS OFF AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. OIL LEAK. CAN'T LOCK DOORS ON DRIVER SIDE WITH MY MASTER KEY, CAN ONLY LOCK AND SET ALARM ON PASSENGER SIDE...

Jan 17, 2003 Electrical System 55,000 mi

BOUGHT JETTA GLS NEW 12/97. MOLDINGS FALL OFF CONSTANTLY. THREE OF FOUR POWER WINDOWS HAVE FAILED, ALL NEEDING REGULATORS REPLACED. SLOW WIPER SPEED CUTS OFF AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. OIL LEAK. CAN'T LOCK DOORS ON DRIVER SIDE WITH MY MASTER KEY, CAN ONLY LOCK AND SET ALARM ON PASSENGER SIDE...

Jan 17, 2003 Electrical System 55,000 mi

BOUGHT JETTA GLS NEW 12/97. MOLDINGS FALL OFF CONSTANTLY. THREE OF FOUR POWER WINDOWS HAVE FAILED, ALL NEEDING REGULATORS REPLACED. SLOW WIPER SPEED CUTS OFF AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. OIL LEAK. CAN'T LOCK DOORS ON DRIVER SIDE WITH MY MASTER KEY, CAN ONLY LOCK AND SET ALARM ON PASSENGER SIDE...

Jan 17, 2003 Structure 55,000 mi

BOUGHT JETTA GLS NEW 12/97. MOLDINGS FALL OFF CONSTANTLY. THREE OF FOUR POWER WINDOWS HAVE FAILED, ALL NEEDING REGULATORS REPLACED. SLOW WIPER SPEED CUTS OFF AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. OIL LEAK. CAN'T LOCK DOORS ON DRIVER SIDE WITH MY MASTER KEY, CAN ONLY LOCK AND SET ALARM ON PASSENGER SIDE...

Jan 17, 2003 Visibility 55,000 mi

BOUGHT JETTA GLS NEW 12/97. MOLDINGS FALL OFF CONSTANTLY. THREE OF FOUR POWER WINDOWS HAVE FAILED, ALL NEEDING REGULATORS REPLACED. SLOW WIPER SPEED CUTS OFF AND SOMETIMES DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. OIL LEAK. CAN'T LOCK DOORS ON DRIVER SIDE WITH MY MASTER KEY, CAN ONLY LOCK AND SET ALARM ON PASSENGER SIDE...

Jan 1, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 65,002 mi

SIGNIFICANT FUEL LEAK FROM THE TOP OF FUEL TANK DUE TO FAILED SEAL FOR FUEL SENDING UNIT.

Jan 1, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 65,002 mi

SIGNIFICANT FUEL LEAK FROM THE TOP OF FUEL TANK DUE TO FAILED SEAL FOR FUEL SENDING UNIT.

Dec 26, 2002 Power Train 29,000 mi

MY 1997 VW JETTA HAS TRANSMISSION SHIFTING PROBELMS. IT SHIFTS ROUGHLY AS IT CHANGES TO THE LAST GEAR ON THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER ON SEVERAL OCCASSIONS BUT THE PROBLEM DOES NOT GO AWAY.

Dec 26, 2002 Power Train 29,000 mi

MY 1997 VW JETTA HAS TRANSMISSION SHIFTING PROBELMS. IT SHIFTS ROUGHLY AS IT CHANGES TO THE LAST GEAR ON THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER ON SEVERAL OCCASSIONS BUT THE PROBLEM DOES NOT GO AWAY.

Oct 30, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER IS HAVIN PROBLEMS WITH THE BALLJOINT. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE RIGHT PASSANGERS WHEEL CAME OFF CAUSING A BALLJOINT SEPARATION. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND INDICATED THAT THE PART WAS BADLY RUSTED WHICH IT SHOULD HAD NOT OCCOUR . TS

Oct 30, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER IS HAVIN PROBLEMS WITH THE BALLJOINT. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE RIGHT PASSANGERS WHEEL CAME OFF CAUSING A BALLJOINT SEPARATION. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND INDICATED THAT THE PART WAS BADLY RUSTED WHICH IT SHOULD HAD NOT OCCOUR . TS

Oct 4, 2002 Power Train

I BOUGHT THE 97 JETTA USED IN OCT. 1999. I AM THE SECOND OWNER. THEN IN AUGUST OF THIS YEAR THE TRANSMISSION STARTED TO FAIL AND IT TURNED OUT THAT I NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. I FEEL THAT THE CAR IS TOO NEW AND HAS FEW TOO MANY MILES FOR THIS TO OCCUR. I HAVE TRIED TO GET VOLKSWAGEN TO HELP ME...

Oct 4, 2002 Power Train

I BOUGHT THE 97 JETTA USED IN OCT. 1999. I AM THE SECOND OWNER. THEN IN AUGUST OF THIS YEAR THE TRANSMISSION STARTED TO FAIL AND IT TURNED OUT THAT I NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. I FEEL THAT THE CAR IS TOO NEW AND HAS FEW TOO MANY MILES FOR THIS TO OCCUR. I HAVE TRIED TO GET VOLKSWAGEN TO HELP ME...

Sep 12, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT NO MORE THAN 5 MPH BOLT JOINTS BROKE IN TWO PIECES, CAUSING FRONT PASSANGER WHEEL TO LOCK UP UNDER THE FENDER.*AK

Sep 12, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT NO MORE THAN 5 MPH BOLT JOINTS BROKE IN TWO PIECES, CAUSING FRONT PASSANGER WHEEL TO LOCK UP UNDER THE FENDER.*AK

Sep 10, 2002 Steering

THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW REGULATOR HAS BROKEN (TWICEIN THE REAR AND ONCE IN FRONT) WHERE THE PLASTIC IS MOLDED TO THE METAL. THE HYDRAULIC STEERING UNIT STARTED LEAKING AT THE SEALS OF THE UNIT CAUSING THE RUBBER BOOT TO DISINTERGRATE. LOSS OF POWER STEERING RESULTED. VOLKSWAGEN REQUIRES REPLACE...

Sep 10, 2002 Visibility

THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW REGULATOR HAS BROKEN (TWICEIN THE REAR AND ONCE IN FRONT) WHERE THE PLASTIC IS MOLDED TO THE METAL. THE HYDRAULIC STEERING UNIT STARTED LEAKING AT THE SEALS OF THE UNIT CAUSING THE RUBBER BOOT TO DISINTERGRATE. LOSS OF POWER STEERING RESULTED. VOLKSWAGEN REQUIRES REPLACE...

Sep 10, 2002 Steering

THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW REGULATOR HAS BROKEN (TWICEIN THE REAR AND ONCE IN FRONT) WHERE THE PLASTIC IS MOLDED TO THE METAL. THE HYDRAULIC STEERING UNIT STARTED LEAKING AT THE SEALS OF THE UNIT CAUSING THE RUBBER BOOT TO DISINTERGRATE. LOSS OF POWER STEERING RESULTED. VOLKSWAGEN REQUIRES REPLACE...

Sep 10, 2002 Visibility

THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW REGULATOR HAS BROKEN (TWICEIN THE REAR AND ONCE IN FRONT) WHERE THE PLASTIC IS MOLDED TO THE METAL. THE HYDRAULIC STEERING UNIT STARTED LEAKING AT THE SEALS OF THE UNIT CAUSING THE RUBBER BOOT TO DISINTERGRATE. LOSS OF POWER STEERING RESULTED. VOLKSWAGEN REQUIRES REPLACE...

Aug 28, 2002 Structure

POWER DOORS ARE MALFUCNTIONING, UNABLE TO UNLOCK DOORS INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER CONTACTED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Electrical System

MALFUCTIONED IGINITION SWITCH IS CAUSING STARTER TO ENGAGE WHEN APPLYING CLUTCH. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Electrical System

MALFUCTIONED IGINITION SWITCH IS CAUSING STARTER TO ENGAGE WHEN APPLYING CLUTCH. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Power Train

CLUTCH FAILED TO ENGAGE IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC WHILE DRIVING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

DRIVER'S DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Structure

POWER DOORS ARE MALFUCNTIONING, UNABLE TO UNLOCK DOORS INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER CONTACTED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Electrical System

MALFUCTIONED IGINITION SWITCH IS CAUSING STARTER TO ENGAGE WHEN APPLYING CLUTCH. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Electrical System

MALFUCTIONED IGINITION SWITCH IS CAUSING STARTER TO ENGAGE WHEN APPLYING CLUTCH. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Power Train

CLUTCH FAILED TO ENGAGE IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC WHILE DRIVING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

DRIVER'S DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jul 11, 2002 Visibility

BOTH PASSENGERS POWER WINDOWS FELL DOWN INSIDE DOOR. VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN EXAMINED BY DEALER.*AK

Jul 11, 2002 Visibility

BOTH PASSENGERS POWER WINDOWS FELL DOWN INSIDE DOOR. VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN EXAMINED BY DEALER.*AK

Jul 10, 2002 Seats Fire

WHILE DRIVING NOTICED SOME SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER VEHICLE. CONSUMER PULLED OVER/ CAR ALARM SOUNDED, AND SMOKE STARTED POURING OUT OF DOORS. CAUSE MIGHT BE ELECTRICAL. WIRES UNDER SEAT MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jul 10, 2002 Seats Fire

WHILE DRIVING NOTICED SOME SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER VEHICLE. CONSUMER PULLED OVER/ CAR ALARM SOUNDED, AND SMOKE STARTED POURING OUT OF DOORS. CAUSE MIGHT BE ELECTRICAL. WIRES UNDER SEAT MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jun 27, 2002 Visibility

EVERY VOLKSWAGEN OWNER I HAVE EVER TALKED HAS HAD ONE OF THESE WINDOWS FAIL AND YET VOLKSWAGEN NOT ONLY HASN'T FIXED THE PROBLEM THEY KEPT THE DESIGN THE SAME WHEN THEY REDESIGNED MUCH OF THE REST OF THE CAR. I KNOW ITS JUST A POWER WINDOW. BUT THINK ABOUT A 4 SQFT HOLE OPENING UP IN YOUR CAR AS Y...

Jun 27, 2002 Visibility

EVERY VOLKSWAGEN OWNER I HAVE EVER TALKED HAS HAD ONE OF THESE WINDOWS FAIL AND YET VOLKSWAGEN NOT ONLY HASN'T FIXED THE PROBLEM THEY KEPT THE DESIGN THE SAME WHEN THEY REDESIGNED MUCH OF THE REST OF THE CAR. I KNOW ITS JUST A POWER WINDOW. BUT THINK ABOUT A 4 SQFT HOLE OPENING UP IN YOUR CAR AS Y...

Apr 18, 2002 Suspension

THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE CAME OFF ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE GOING 35MPH. THE WHEEL BEARING AXLE FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DROP TO THE GROUND WITH THE BRAKE DRUM STILL ATTACHED TO IT .THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO NEGLECTING THE WHEEL BEARING FOR REGULAR SERVICE. NLM THE BRAKE DR...

Apr 18, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE CAME OFF ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE GOING 35MPH. THE WHEEL BEARING AXLE FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DROP TO THE GROUND WITH THE BRAKE DRUM STILL ATTACHED TO IT .THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO NEGLECTING THE WHEEL BEARING FOR REGULAR SERVICE. NLM THE BRAKE DR...

Apr 18, 2002 Suspension

THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE CAME OFF ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE GOING 35MPH. THE WHEEL BEARING AXLE FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DROP TO THE GROUND WITH THE BRAKE DRUM STILL ATTACHED TO IT .THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO NEGLECTING THE WHEEL BEARING FOR REGULAR SERVICE. NLM THE BRAKE DR...

Apr 18, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE CAME OFF ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE GOING 35MPH. THE WHEEL BEARING AXLE FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DROP TO THE GROUND WITH THE BRAKE DRUM STILL ATTACHED TO IT .THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO NEGLECTING THE WHEEL BEARING FOR REGULAR SERVICE. NLM THE BRAKE DR...

Mar 15, 2002 Visibility

THE POWER WINDOW MOTOR AND REGULATOR HAD FAILED FIVE TIMES IN 3 OF THE 4 WINDOW ON THE CAR. VOLKSWAGEN KNOWS OF THE PROBLEM, BUT REFUSES TO REPAIR THE PROBELM WITHOUT CHARGING FOR THE REPAIR. THIS IS A WIDESPREAD PROBLEM WITH VOLKSWAGENS FROM 1997-1999. I EVEN HAD A WINDOW REGULATOR AND MOTOR INS...

Mar 15, 2002 Visibility

THE POWER WINDOW MOTOR AND REGULATOR HAD FAILED FIVE TIMES IN 3 OF THE 4 WINDOW ON THE CAR. VOLKSWAGEN KNOWS OF THE PROBLEM, BUT REFUSES TO REPAIR THE PROBELM WITHOUT CHARGING FOR THE REPAIR. THIS IS A WIDESPREAD PROBLEM WITH VOLKSWAGENS FROM 1997-1999. I EVEN HAD A WINDOW REGULATOR AND MOTOR INS...

Feb 15, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A LOUD STREAKING GRINDING NOISE. DEALERDSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Feb 15, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A LOUD STREAKING GRINDING NOISE. DEALERDSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 11, 2002 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING ENGINE LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE AND REMAIN ON. CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jan 11, 2002 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING ENGINE LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE AND REMAIN ON. CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Nov 25, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION ORIGINALLY STARTED OUT NOT SHIFTING INTO DRIVE UNTIL THE CAR REACHED 50 MPH. I HAVE REPEATEDLY COMPLAINED OF THIS PROBLEM OVER THE PAST 4 YEARS AND NOW MY CAR IS AT THE POINT THAT I HAVE TO PARK ON AN INCLINE SO THAT WHEN I START MY CAR AND GO FORWARD I JUST HOPE IT GOES INTO GEAR, IT ...

Nov 25, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION ORIGINALLY STARTED OUT NOT SHIFTING INTO DRIVE UNTIL THE CAR REACHED 50 MPH. I HAVE REPEATEDLY COMPLAINED OF THIS PROBLEM OVER THE PAST 4 YEARS AND NOW MY CAR IS AT THE POINT THAT I HAVE TO PARK ON AN INCLINE SO THAT WHEN I START MY CAR AND GO FORWARD I JUST HOPE IT GOES INTO GEAR, IT ...

Nov 21, 2001 Electrical System

JETTA WAS EVALUATED AT VW REPAIR SHOP AND WAS TESTED FOR SEVERAL DAYS OVER THE LAST 4 WORKING DAYS. ELECTRICAL AND FUEL SYTEM WAS CHECKED AND NOTHING FOUND SO FAR. CAR ENGINE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY REGARDLESS OF SPEED OR TEMPERATURE OF ENGINE. HAVE NOT DRIVEN IT ON THE FREEWAY DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS....

Nov 21, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

JETTA WAS EVALUATED AT VW REPAIR SHOP AND WAS TESTED FOR SEVERAL DAYS OVER THE LAST 4 WORKING DAYS. ELECTRICAL AND FUEL SYTEM WAS CHECKED AND NOTHING FOUND SO FAR. CAR ENGINE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY REGARDLESS OF SPEED OR TEMPERATURE OF ENGINE. HAVE NOT DRIVEN IT ON THE FREEWAY DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS....

Nov 21, 2001 Electrical System

JETTA WAS EVALUATED AT VW REPAIR SHOP AND WAS TESTED FOR SEVERAL DAYS OVER THE LAST 4 WORKING DAYS. ELECTRICAL AND FUEL SYTEM WAS CHECKED AND NOTHING FOUND SO FAR. CAR ENGINE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY REGARDLESS OF SPEED OR TEMPERATURE OF ENGINE. HAVE NOT DRIVEN IT ON THE FREEWAY DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS....

Nov 21, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

JETTA WAS EVALUATED AT VW REPAIR SHOP AND WAS TESTED FOR SEVERAL DAYS OVER THE LAST 4 WORKING DAYS. ELECTRICAL AND FUEL SYTEM WAS CHECKED AND NOTHING FOUND SO FAR. CAR ENGINE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY REGARDLESS OF SPEED OR TEMPERATURE OF ENGINE. HAVE NOT DRIVEN IT ON THE FREEWAY DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS....

Oct 1, 2001 Electrical System

THE BATTERY EXPLODED AS CONSUMER TRIED TO START THE VEHICLE. POSSIBLE MANUFACTURING DEFECT. *YH

Oct 1, 2001 Electrical System

THE BATTERY EXPLODED AS CONSUMER TRIED TO START THE VEHICLE. POSSIBLE MANUFACTURING DEFECT. *YH

Oct 1, 2001 Electrical System

THE BATTERY EXPLODED AS CONSUMER TRIED TO START THE VEHICLE. POSSIBLE MANUFACTURING DEFECT. *YH

Oct 1, 2001 Electrical System

THE BATTERY EXPLODED AS CONSUMER TRIED TO START THE VEHICLE. POSSIBLE MANUFACTURING DEFECT. *YH

Jul 16, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER GOT A SAFETY ADVISORY LETTER FROM VOLKSWAGEN REGARDING FUEL TANK SYSTEM AND RIGHT REAR TIRE. CONSUMER STATED THAT THIS LETTER SHOULD BE CALLED A RECALL. CONSUMER FELT PEOPLE WOULD IGNORE AN ADVISORY LETTER. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

Jul 16, 2001 Tires

CONSUMER GOT A SAFETY ADVISORY LETTER FROM VOLKSWAGEN REGARDING FUEL TANK SYSTEM AND RIGHT REAR TIRE. CONSUMER STATED THAT THIS LETTER SHOULD BE CALLED A RECALL. CONSUMER FELT PEOPLE WOULD IGNORE AN ADVISORY LETTER. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

Jul 16, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER GOT A SAFETY ADVISORY LETTER FROM VOLKSWAGEN REGARDING FUEL TANK SYSTEM AND RIGHT REAR TIRE. CONSUMER STATED THAT THIS LETTER SHOULD BE CALLED A RECALL. CONSUMER FELT PEOPLE WOULD IGNORE AN ADVISORY LETTER. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

Jul 16, 2001 Tires

CONSUMER GOT A SAFETY ADVISORY LETTER FROM VOLKSWAGEN REGARDING FUEL TANK SYSTEM AND RIGHT REAR TIRE. CONSUMER STATED THAT THIS LETTER SHOULD BE CALLED A RECALL. CONSUMER FELT PEOPLE WOULD IGNORE AN ADVISORY LETTER. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

Jul 11, 2001 Power Train

VEHICLE WILL NOT FULLY DISENGAGE FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR, CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK*SLC

Jul 11, 2001 Power Train

VEHICLE WILL NOT FULLY DISENGAGE FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR, CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK*SLC

Jul 11, 2001 Power Train

VEHICLE WILL NOT FULLY DISENGAGE FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR, CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK*SLC

Jul 11, 2001 Power Train

VEHICLE WILL NOT FULLY DISENGAGE FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR, CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK*SLC

Jun 29, 2001 Air Bags

PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING. *AK

Jun 29, 2001 Air Bags

PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING. *AK

Jun 4, 2001 Suspension Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH CONSUMER SWERVED TO AVOID A DOG, WHEN HE DROVE BACK ONTO PAVEMENT VEHICLE HIT SHARP EDGE OF PAVEMENT. VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO A UNCONTROLABLE SPIN, SKIDDED AND SLID DOWN A 4 FOOT EMBANKMENT. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. *AK CONSUMER STATES HE USED ALL PROPER ANTI SKID STEERING PROCE...

Jun 4, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH CONSUMER SWERVED TO AVOID A DOG, WHEN HE DROVE BACK ONTO PAVEMENT VEHICLE HIT SHARP EDGE OF PAVEMENT. VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO A UNCONTROLABLE SPIN, SKIDDED AND SLID DOWN A 4 FOOT EMBANKMENT. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. *AK CONSUMER STATES HE USED ALL PROPER ANTI SKID STEERING PROCE...

Jun 4, 2001 Suspension Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH CONSUMER SWERVED TO AVOID A DOG, WHEN HE DROVE BACK ONTO PAVEMENT VEHICLE HIT SHARP EDGE OF PAVEMENT. VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO A UNCONTROLABLE SPIN, SKIDDED AND SLID DOWN A 4 FOOT EMBANKMENT. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. *AK CONSUMER STATES HE USED ALL PROPER ANTI SKID STEERING PROCE...

Jun 4, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH CONSUMER SWERVED TO AVOID A DOG, WHEN HE DROVE BACK ONTO PAVEMENT VEHICLE HIT SHARP EDGE OF PAVEMENT. VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO A UNCONTROLABLE SPIN, SKIDDED AND SLID DOWN A 4 FOOT EMBANKMENT. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. *AK CONSUMER STATES HE USED ALL PROPER ANTI SKID STEERING PROCE...

May 21, 2001 Power Train

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE, VEHICLE WILL NOT GO INTO FORWARD. DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEMS.*AK

May 21, 2001 Air Bags

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE, VEHICLE WILL NOT GO INTO FORWARD. DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEMS.*AK

May 21, 2001 Power Train

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE, VEHICLE WILL NOT GO INTO FORWARD. DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEMS.*AK

May 21, 2001 Air Bags

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE, VEHICLE WILL NOT GO INTO FORWARD. DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEMS.*AK

Apr 26, 2001 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING AND THE CAR HAS ONLY 73000 MILES ON IT. *AK

Apr 26, 2001 Visibility

MY FRONT WINDSHIELD HAS CRACKED 5 TIMES AT VERY LOW SPEEDS. IT SEEMS LIKE EVEN IF A FLY HITS IT IT TENDS TO CRACK/CHIP.*AK

Apr 26, 2001 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING AND THE CAR HAS ONLY 73000 MILES ON IT. *AK

Apr 26, 2001 Visibility

MY FRONT WINDSHIELD HAS CRACKED 5 TIMES AT VERY LOW SPEEDS. IT SEEMS LIKE EVEN IF A FLY HITS IT IT TENDS TO CRACK/CHIP.*AK

Apr 17, 2001 Electrical System

ALL FOUR DOORS ON DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDES AND REAR DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK FROM EITHER INSIDE OR FROM OUTSIDE DUE TO WIRING HARNESS THAT NEEDED REPLACING AS A RESULT OF CORROSION. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALER FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. PLEASE PROV...

Apr 17, 2001 Structure

ALL FOUR DOORS ON DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDES AND REAR DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK FROM EITHER INSIDE OR FROM OUTSIDE DUE TO WIRING HARNESS THAT NEEDED REPLACING AS A RESULT OF CORROSION. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALER FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. PLEASE PROV...

Apr 17, 2001 Electrical System

ALL FOUR DOORS ON DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDES AND REAR DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK FROM EITHER INSIDE OR FROM OUTSIDE DUE TO WIRING HARNESS THAT NEEDED REPLACING AS A RESULT OF CORROSION. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALER FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. PLEASE PROV...

Apr 17, 2001 Structure

ALL FOUR DOORS ON DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDES AND REAR DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK FROM EITHER INSIDE OR FROM OUTSIDE DUE TO WIRING HARNESS THAT NEEDED REPLACING AS A RESULT OF CORROSION. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALER FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. PLEASE PROV...

Mar 22, 2001 Structure Fire

VEHICLE WAS IN HOUSE GARAGE AND DID NOT START. CONSUMER CONTACTED AAA PERSON WHO TRIED TO JUMP WITH BATTERY. THEN, SMOKE WAS COMING FROM SEAT BELT HOLE WHERE DISCONNECTED BATTERY CABLE WAS LOCATED. INSURANCE STATED THAT FIRE WAS DUE TO A BROKEN WIRE FROM POST INTO DOOR WHERE HOT WIRE GROUNDED ...

Mar 22, 2001 Structure Fire

VEHICLE WAS IN HOUSE GARAGE AND DID NOT START. CONSUMER CONTACTED AAA PERSON WHO TRIED TO JUMP WITH BATTERY. THEN, SMOKE WAS COMING FROM SEAT BELT HOLE WHERE DISCONNECTED BATTERY CABLE WAS LOCATED. INSURANCE STATED THAT FIRE WAS DUE TO A BROKEN WIRE FROM POST INTO DOOR WHERE HOT WIRE GROUNDED ...

Mar 7, 2001 Visibility

THEY HAVE SAID THIS PROBLEM DOESN'T OCCUR FREQUENTLY--HA!. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Mar 7, 2001 Visibility

THEY HAVE SAID THIS PROBLEM DOESN'T OCCUR FREQUENTLY--HA!. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Jan 11, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND ANOTHER VEHICLE MADE AN ILLEGAL U TURN IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY. CONSUMER WAS TRYING TO AVOID HITTING OTHER VEHICLE BY SWERVING. INSTEAD, SHE HIT CENTER OF VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, DUAL AIRSBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Jan 11, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND ANOTHER VEHICLE MADE AN ILLEGAL U TURN IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY. CONSUMER WAS TRYING TO AVOID HITTING OTHER VEHICLE BY SWERVING. INSTEAD, SHE HIT CENTER OF VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, DUAL AIRSBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Jan 3, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

DURING COLD WEATHER BOTH FRONT DOOR AND TRUNK LOCKS FREEZE UP AND CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO ENTER THE CAR. NLM

Jan 3, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

DURING COLD WEATHER BOTH FRONT DOOR AND TRUNK LOCKS FREEZE UP AND CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO ENTER THE CAR. NLM

Jan 3, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

DURING COLD WEATHER BOTH FRONT DOOR AND TRUNK LOCKS FREEZE UP AND CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO ENTER THE CAR. NLM

Jan 3, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

DURING COLD WEATHER BOTH FRONT DOOR AND TRUNK LOCKS FREEZE UP AND CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO ENTER THE CAR. NLM

Dec 26, 2000 Power Train

I HAVE HAD THIS SERVICED BEFORE, AND STILL HAVING PROBLEMS. *AK

Dec 26, 2000 Power Train

I HAVE HAD THIS SERVICED BEFORE, AND STILL HAVING PROBLEMS. *AK

Dec 20, 2000 Electrical System

BATTERY EXPLODED WHILE TURNING THE IGNITION, DEALER SERVICE REP MENTIONED THAT HE HAD SEEN SEVERAL CASES OF THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK

Dec 20, 2000 Electrical System

BATTERY EXPLODED WHILE TURNING THE IGNITION, DEALER SERVICE REP MENTIONED THAT HE HAD SEEN SEVERAL CASES OF THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK

Dec 11, 2000 Tires Crash

REAR WHEEL BLOWOUT, TIRE SEPARATION, DEFECTIVE TIRES. TIRE BLEWOUT ON THE HWY THE CAR SPUN OUT OF CONTROL AND ROLLED. (DOT NUMBER: MKHCFJDR13 TIRESIZE: 195/60R14)

Dec 11, 2000 Tires Crash

REAR WHEEL BLOWOUT, TIRE SEPARATION, DEFECTIVE TIRES. TIRE BLEWOUT ON THE HWY THE CAR SPUN OUT OF CONTROL AND ROLLED.( DOT NUMBER: MKHCFJDR13 TIRE SIZE: 195/60R14 )

Dec 11, 2000 Tires Crash

REAR WHEEL BLOWOUT, TIRE SEPARATION, DEFECTIVE TIRES. TIRE BLEWOUT ON THE HWY THE CAR SPUN OUT OF CONTROL AND ROLLED. (DOT NUMBER: MKHCFJDR13 TIRESIZE: 195/60R14)

Dec 11, 2000 Tires Crash

REAR WHEEL BLOWOUT, TIRE SEPARATION, DEFECTIVE TIRES. TIRE BLEWOUT ON THE HWY THE CAR SPUN OUT OF CONTROL AND ROLLED.( DOT NUMBER: MKHCFJDR13 TIRE SIZE: 195/60R14 )

Oct 30, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING, TIMING BELT BROKE CAUSING IMMEDIATE LOSS OF POWER, THIS CAUSED OTHER ENGINE DAMAGE, VALVES WERE BENT AND A CYLINDER HEAD WAS REPLACED, CONSUMER STATES THAT THE OWNER'S MANUAL ONLY REQUIRES THAT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE BE DONE AT 60,000 MILES. *SLC

Oct 30, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING, TIMING BELT BROKE CAUSING IMMEDIATE LOSS OF POWER, THIS CAUSED OTHER ENGINE DAMAGE, VALVES WERE BENT AND A CYLINDER HEAD WAS REPLACED, CONSUMER STATES THAT THE OWNER'S MANUAL ONLY REQUIRES THAT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE BE DONE AT 60,000 MILES. *SLC

Oct 17, 2000 Equipment

ADD'T DEALER REPAIR INFO: NORTHLAND VW. CIN OH. AIR SYSTEM SMELLS ROTTEN, WATER PUMP WENT OUT DUE TO BELTS GOING BAD, ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS CAUSED CAR TO STALL & NOT OPERATE, CIGARETTE LIGHTER IS STUCK -CAN NOT PULL OUT. THIS CAR HAS BEEN IN THE REPAIR SHOP 9 TIMES IN 3 YRS.

Oct 17, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ADD'T DEALER REPAIR INFO: NORTHLAND VW. CIN OH. AIR SYSTEM SMELLS ROTTEN, WATER PUMP WENT OUT DUE TO BELTS GOING BAD, ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS CAUSED CAR TO STALL & NOT OPERATE, CIGARETTE LIGHTER IS STUCK -CAN NOT PULL OUT. THIS CAR HAS BEEN IN THE REPAIR SHOP 9 TIMES IN 3 YRS.

Oct 17, 2000 Electrical System

ADD'T DEALER REPAIR INFO: NORTHLAND VW. CIN OH. AIR SYSTEM SMELLS ROTTEN, WATER PUMP WENT OUT DUE TO BELTS GOING BAD, ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS CAUSED CAR TO STALL & NOT OPERATE, CIGARETTE LIGHTER IS STUCK -CAN NOT PULL OUT. THIS CAR HAS BEEN IN THE REPAIR SHOP 9 TIMES IN 3 YRS.

Oct 17, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ADD'T DEALER REPAIR INFO: NORTHLAND VW. CIN OH. AIR SYSTEM SMELLS ROTTEN, WATER PUMP WENT OUT DUE TO BELTS GOING BAD, ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS CAUSED CAR TO STALL & NOT OPERATE, CIGARETTE LIGHTER IS STUCK -CAN NOT PULL OUT. THIS CAR HAS BEEN IN THE REPAIR SHOP 9 TIMES IN 3 YRS.

Oct 17, 2000 Tires

MULTIPLE SIDEWALL CRACKING, ALL TIRES. TREAD: GOOD TO EXCELLENT. SIDEWALL CRACKING NOT NOTED UNTIL "FIX-A-FLAT" WAS NOTED TO SQUIRT OUT OF SIDEWALL. ALL TIRES THEN CHECKED; ALL HAD MULTIPLE CRACKING.*AK (TIRESIZE: P195/60R14)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P195/60R14 )

Oct 17, 2000 Equipment

ADD'T DEALER REPAIR INFO: NORTHLAND VW. CIN OH. AIR SYSTEM SMELLS ROTTEN, WATER PUMP WENT OUT DUE TO BELTS GOING BAD, ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS CAUSED CAR TO STALL & NOT OPERATE, CIGARETTE LIGHTER IS STUCK -CAN NOT PULL OUT. THIS CAR HAS BEEN IN THE REPAIR SHOP 9 TIMES IN 3 YRS.

Oct 17, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ADD'T DEALER REPAIR INFO: NORTHLAND VW. CIN OH. AIR SYSTEM SMELLS ROTTEN, WATER PUMP WENT OUT DUE TO BELTS GOING BAD, ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS CAUSED CAR TO STALL & NOT OPERATE, CIGARETTE LIGHTER IS STUCK -CAN NOT PULL OUT. THIS CAR HAS BEEN IN THE REPAIR SHOP 9 TIMES IN 3 YRS.

Oct 17, 2000 Electrical System

ADD'T DEALER REPAIR INFO: NORTHLAND VW. CIN OH. AIR SYSTEM SMELLS ROTTEN, WATER PUMP WENT OUT DUE TO BELTS GOING BAD, ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS CAUSED CAR TO STALL & NOT OPERATE, CIGARETTE LIGHTER IS STUCK -CAN NOT PULL OUT. THIS CAR HAS BEEN IN THE REPAIR SHOP 9 TIMES IN 3 YRS.

Oct 17, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ADD'T DEALER REPAIR INFO: NORTHLAND VW. CIN OH. AIR SYSTEM SMELLS ROTTEN, WATER PUMP WENT OUT DUE TO BELTS GOING BAD, ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS CAUSED CAR TO STALL & NOT OPERATE, CIGARETTE LIGHTER IS STUCK -CAN NOT PULL OUT. THIS CAR HAS BEEN IN THE REPAIR SHOP 9 TIMES IN 3 YRS.

Oct 17, 2000 Tires

MULTIPLE SIDEWALL CRACKING, ALL TIRES. TREAD: GOOD TO EXCELLENT. SIDEWALL CRACKING NOT NOTED UNTIL "FIX-A-FLAT" WAS NOTED TO SQUIRT OUT OF SIDEWALL. ALL TIRES THEN CHECKED; ALL HAD MULTIPLE CRACKING.*AK (TIRESIZE: P195/60R14)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P195/60R14 )

Oct 3, 2000 Visibility

THE FIRST WINDOW FAILURE INCIDENT INCLUDED THE TWO FRONT WINDOWS AND THE DEALER REPLACED THE REGULATORS AND MOTORS. I HAD TO PAY 20% OF THE TOTAL COST. THE SECOND WINDOW FAILURE INCLUDE THE SAME TWO FRONT WINDOWS AND ALSO THE REAR RIGHT WINDOW. THE DEALER IS QUOTING A PRICE OF APPROXIMATELY $1,35...

Oct 3, 2000 Visibility

THE FIRST WINDOW FAILURE INCIDENT INCLUDED THE TWO FRONT WINDOWS AND THE DEALER REPLACED THE REGULATORS AND MOTORS. I HAD TO PAY 20% OF THE TOTAL COST. THE SECOND WINDOW FAILURE INCLUDE THE SAME TWO FRONT WINDOWS AND ALSO THE REAR RIGHT WINDOW. THE DEALER IS QUOTING A PRICE OF APPROXIMATELY $1,35...

Sep 7, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE TURNING THE KEY TO START VEHICLE, BATTERY EXPLODED, CAUSING ACID TO GO INTO ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND DENT THE HOOD. VOLKSWAGEN REPLACED BATTERY WITH ANOTHER VOLKSWAGEN BATTERY. ALSO, SEPT, 1, 2000, WITH 45,000 BATTERY EXPLODED AGAIN IN THE SAME MANNER. *AK DEALER CLAIMS NOTHING IS ...

Sep 7, 2000 Electrical System

WHILE TURNING THE KEY TO START VEHICLE, BATTERY EXPLODED, CAUSING ACID TO GO INTO ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND DENT THE HOOD. VOLKSWAGEN REPLACED BATTERY WITH ANOTHER VOLKSWAGEN BATTERY. ALSO, SEPT, 1, 2000, WITH 45,000 BATTERY EXPLODED AGAIN IN THE SAME MANNER. *AK DEALER CLAIMS NOTHING IS ...

Aug 8, 2000 Visibility

TWO OF MY WINDOW REGULATORS AND MOTORS BROKE LAST AUGUST. THE OTHER TWO BROKE A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO. THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT AND I RARELY USE THE REAR WINDOWS. VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOT REPLACE. I WAS CHARGED $60 FOR DIAGNOSIS... EACH WINDOW COSTS $600 TO FIX AT THE VW DEALER. I AM NOW D...

Aug 8, 2000 Visibility

TWO OF MY WINDOW REGULATORS AND MOTORS BROKE LAST AUGUST. THE OTHER TWO BROKE A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO. THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT AND I RARELY USE THE REAR WINDOWS. VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOT REPLACE. I WAS CHARGED $60 FOR DIAGNOSIS... EACH WINDOW COSTS $600 TO FIX AT THE VW DEALER. I AM NOW D...

Aug 1, 2000 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER STOPPED WORKING. ENGINE WOULDN'T HOLD FREON. DEALER FOUND A LEAK IN EVAPORATOR, AND ADMITTED THAT IT WAS A DEFECTIVE PART. CONSUMER RESPONSIBLITY FOR COVERAGE. *AK

Aug 1, 2000 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER STOPPED WORKING. ENGINE WOULDN'T HOLD FREON. DEALER FOUND A LEAK IN EVAPORATOR, AND ADMITTED THAT IT WAS A DEFECTIVE PART. CONSUMER RESPONSIBLITY FOR COVERAGE. *AK

Jul 6, 2000 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 6, 2000 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jun 27, 2000 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF 5TH GEAR UNEXPECTEDLY USSUALLY AT SPEEDS OVER 50 MPH. THIS LEADS TO A SUDDEN LOSS OF ACCELERATION AND COULD LEAD TO PANIC AND A LOSS OF CONTROL. *AK

Jun 27, 2000 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF 5TH GEAR UNEXPECTEDLY USSUALLY AT SPEEDS OVER 50 MPH. THIS LEADS TO A SUDDEN LOSS OF ACCELERATION AND COULD LEAD TO PANIC AND A LOSS OF CONTROL. *AK

Jun 9, 2000 Electrical System

THIS VEHICLE NEEDED REPLACEMENT TO THE ALTERNATOR TWICE. THE CAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM IS UNKNOWN. IN ADDITION THE TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REPAIRED ONCE. WHEN THIS DID NOT WORK IT WAS THEN REPLACED WITH A REBUILT TRANSMISSION.

Jun 9, 2000 Power Train

THIS VEHICLE NEEDED REPLACEMENT TO THE ALTERNATOR TWICE. THE CAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM IS UNKNOWN. IN ADDITION THE TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REPAIRED ONCE. WHEN THIS DID NOT WORK IT WAS THEN REPLACED WITH A REBUILT TRANSMISSION.

Jun 9, 2000 Electrical System

THIS VEHICLE NEEDED REPLACEMENT TO THE ALTERNATOR TWICE. THE CAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM IS UNKNOWN. IN ADDITION THE TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REPAIRED ONCE. WHEN THIS DID NOT WORK IT WAS THEN REPLACED WITH A REBUILT TRANSMISSION.

Jun 9, 2000 Power Train

THIS VEHICLE NEEDED REPLACEMENT TO THE ALTERNATOR TWICE. THE CAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM IS UNKNOWN. IN ADDITION THE TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REPAIRED ONCE. WHEN THIS DID NOT WORK IT WAS THEN REPLACED WITH A REBUILT TRANSMISSION.

May 12, 2000 Electrical System

DUE TO THE LOCATION OF THE BATTERY AND POWER STEERING FLUID CANISTER, BATTERY SITS TOO CLOSE TO THE CANISTER, AND IS RUBBING AGAINST THE BASE THAT HOLDS THE BATTERY, CAUSING FLUID TO LEAK OUT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK *ML

May 12, 2000 Electrical System

DUE TO THE LOCATION OF THE BATTERY AND POWER STEERING FLUID CANISTER, BATTERY SITS TOO CLOSE TO THE CANISTER, AND IS RUBBING AGAINST THE BASE THAT HOLDS THE BATTERY, CAUSING FLUID TO LEAK OUT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK *ML

May 11, 2000 Steering Fire

CONSUMER STATED THAT HE WOULD WRITE IN FURTHER DETAILS ON HIS VEHICLE. *AK

May 11, 2000 Steering Fire

CONSUMER STATED THAT HE WOULD WRITE IN FURTHER DETAILS ON HIS VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 31, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION KEEPS SLIPPING FROM 1ST GEAR INTO NEUTRAL, AND THEN IT WILL SLIP BACK IN. DEALER WILL REPLACED TRANSMISSION.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 31, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION KEEPS SLIPPING FROM 1ST GEAR INTO NEUTRAL, AND THEN IT WILL SLIP BACK IN. DEALER WILL REPLACED TRANSMISSION.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE CUT OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER, DEALER REPLACED THE ENGINE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 16, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE CUT OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER, DEALER REPLACED THE ENGINE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Parking Brake Crash

VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A DECLINE WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ON, AND VEHICLE ROLLED DOWN A HILL INTO A TREE. DEALE HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Parking Brake Crash

VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A DECLINE WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ON, AND VEHICLE ROLLED DOWN A HILL INTO A TREE. DEALE HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Feb 9, 2000 Power Train

WHILE TRAVELING NOTICED SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND GAS INDICATOR WERE GIVING WRONG READINGS . DLR WAS CONTACTED, CAN'T DUPLICATE PROBLEM. *AK *ML

Feb 9, 2000 Fuel System, Other

WHILE TRAVELING NOTICED SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND GAS INDICATOR WERE GIVING WRONG READINGS . DLR WAS CONTACTED, CAN'T DUPLICATE PROBLEM. *AK *ML

Feb 9, 2000 Power Train

WHILE TRAVELING NOTICED SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND GAS INDICATOR WERE GIVING WRONG READINGS . DLR WAS CONTACTED, CAN'T DUPLICATE PROBLEM. *AK *ML

Feb 9, 2000 Fuel System, Other

WHILE TRAVELING NOTICED SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND GAS INDICATOR WERE GIVING WRONG READINGS . DLR WAS CONTACTED, CAN'T DUPLICATE PROBLEM. *AK *ML

Nov 26, 1999 Visibility

POWER WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED. YH

Nov 26, 1999 Visibility

POWER WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED. YH

Oct 7, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION EXPERIENCED HESITATION AT SPEEDS OF 40 MPH, REPAIR REQUIRED INSTALLATION OF EXTRA RESISTOR WIRE TO MAINTAIN BASIC SETTINGS. MJS

Oct 7, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION EXPERIENCED HESITATION AT SPEEDS OF 40 MPH, REPAIR REQUIRED INSTALLATION OF EXTRA RESISTOR WIRE TO MAINTAIN BASIC SETTINGS. MJS

Sep 15, 1999 Electrical System

ON THE FIRST OCCASION WE NOTED THAT BATTERY ACID HAD OVERFLOWED AND CONCACTED THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR, WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THE BATTERY TRAY. THE RESERVOIR WAS REPLACED, THIS WORKED FOR SEVERA MONTHS. ON THE 2ND OCCURANCE, THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING. THE FLUID POURED OUT OF THE RESERVOIR IN ABOU...

Sep 15, 1999 Electrical System

ON THE FIRST OCCASION WE NOTED THAT BATTERY ACID HAD OVERFLOWED AND CONCACTED THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR, WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THE BATTERY TRAY. THE RESERVOIR WAS REPLACED, THIS WORKED FOR SEVERA MONTHS. ON THE 2ND OCCURANCE, THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING. THE FLUID POURED OUT OF THE RESERVOIR IN ABOU...

Sep 14, 1999 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN 40 MPH COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Sep 14, 1999 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN 40 MPH COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Sep 2, 1999 Seat Belts

CONSUMER BUCKLED UP AND DROVE AROUND, THEN PARKED VEHICLE. WHEN SHE TRIED TO BUCKLE UP AGAIN, SHE COULDN'T BECAUSE THE ORANGE BUTTON DID NOT RETURN UP. THIS HAPPENED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. *AK

Sep 2, 1999 Seat Belts

CONSUMER BUCKLED UP AND DROVE AROUND, THEN PARKED VEHICLE. WHEN SHE TRIED TO BUCKLE UP AGAIN, SHE COULDN'T BECAUSE THE ORANGE BUTTON DID NOT RETURN UP. THIS HAPPENED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. *AK

Aug 2, 1999 Air Bags

AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT WOULD NOT GO OFF. DIGANOSTIC PERFORMED BY DEALER REVEALED THAT IGNITOR WAS BAD. AFTER SOME DISCUSSION, DEALER AGREED TO PAY FOR AIR BAG IF I PAID FOR LABOR. ALTHOUGH I AGREED, I WAS SUPRISED TO HEAR THAT AIRBAGS DO NOT FALL UNDER THE SAME WARRANTY REQUIRMENTS AS SEAT BELTS...

Aug 2, 1999 Air Bags

AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT WOULD NOT GO OFF. DIGANOSTIC PERFORMED BY DEALER REVEALED THAT IGNITOR WAS BAD. AFTER SOME DISCUSSION, DEALER AGREED TO PAY FOR AIR BAG IF I PAID FOR LABOR. ALTHOUGH I AGREED, I WAS SUPRISED TO HEAR THAT AIRBAGS DO NOT FALL UNDER THE SAME WARRANTY REQUIRMENTS AS SEAT BELTS...

Jul 26, 1999 Tires

LEFT FRONT VALVE STEM WOULDN'T HOLD. YH

Jul 26, 1999 Tires

LEFT REAR TIRE BLOWOUT. YH

Jul 26, 1999 Tires

LEFT FRONT VALVE STEM WOULDN'T HOLD. YH

Jul 26, 1999 Tires

LEFT REAR TIRE BLOWOUT. YH

Jun 15, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE SIDE, AND BOTH AIR BAGS ON CONSUMER'S VEHICLE DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jun 15, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE SIDE, AND BOTH AIR BAGS ON CONSUMER'S VEHICLE DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jun 4, 1999 Tires

TIRE BLOWOUT RESULTING IN VEHICLE ROLLOVER ACCIDENT, INJURIES TO CONSUMERS.(GOODYEAR EAGLE 195/60R14) MJS

Jun 4, 1999 Tires

TIRE BLOWOUT RESULTING IN VEHICLE ROLLOVER ACCIDENT, INJURIES TO CONSUMERS.(GOODYEAR EAGLE 195/60R14) MJS

Jun 1, 1999 Electrical System Crash

FUSE COVER FELL OFF, COVERNING THE BRAKES, CONSUMER LOST CONTROL, RESULTING IN A COLLISION. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Jun 1, 1999 Electrical System Crash

FUSE COVER FELL OFF, COVERNING THE BRAKES, CONSUMER LOST CONTROL, RESULTING IN A COLLISION. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

May 21, 1999 Electrical System

AFTER SHUTTING IGNITION OFF, CONSUMER THEN RESTARTED VEHICLE AND THERE WAS A LOUD POPPING SOUND. CONSUMER LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE BATTERY HAD EXPLODED. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

May 21, 1999 Electrical System

AFTER SHUTTING IGNITION OFF, CONSUMER THEN RESTARTED VEHICLE AND THERE WAS A LOUD POPPING SOUND. CONSUMER LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE BATTERY HAD EXPLODED. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

May 7, 1999 Equipment

CIGARETTE LIGHTER WHEN GLOWING HOW POPS OUT OF ITS HOLDER, WINDSHIELD FLUID ODOR IS CARRIED INTO CAR BY VENT SYSTEM

May 7, 1999 Visibility

CIGARETTE LIGHTER WHEN GLOWING HOW POPS OUT OF ITS HOLDER, WINDSHIELD FLUID ODOR IS CARRIED INTO CAR BY VENT SYSTEM

May 7, 1999 Equipment

CIGARETTE LIGHTER WHEN GLOWING HOW POPS OUT OF ITS HOLDER, WINDSHIELD FLUID ODOR IS CARRIED INTO CAR BY VENT SYSTEM

May 7, 1999 Visibility

CIGARETTE LIGHTER WHEN GLOWING HOW POPS OUT OF ITS HOLDER, WINDSHIELD FLUID ODOR IS CARRIED INTO CAR BY VENT SYSTEM

Feb 18, 1999 Power Train

ABOUT TO DRIVE OFF WHEN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING RPM'S TO GO HIGH, BUT VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE. COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. BEEN TO DEALER, DEALER REPROGRAMMED THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER, BUT PROBLEM IS REOCCURRING. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 18, 1999 Power Train

ABOUT TO DRIVE OFF WHEN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING RPM'S TO GO HIGH, BUT VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE. COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. BEEN TO DEALER, DEALER REPROGRAMMED THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER, BUT PROBLEM IS REOCCURRING. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 16, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE WILL DIE OUT IN TRAFFIC OR WHENEVER THE CONSUMER IS DRIVING. *AK

Feb 16, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE WILL DIE OUT IN TRAFFIC OR WHENEVER THE CONSUMER IS DRIVING. *AK

Feb 12, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

DOOR LATCHES FREEZE AND DOORS WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE OF THE CAR - RECURRING DESIGN PROBLEM.

Feb 12, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

DOOR LATCHES FREEZE AND DOORS WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE OF THE CAR - RECURRING DESIGN PROBLEM.

Feb 11, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF GEAR AT PASSING GEAR. VW SAYS THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT IS WRONG. THE CAR IS BEING SERVICED BY LOKEY VW IN CLEARWATER FLPHONE IS 7277992151. THE SERVICE MANAGER IS MIKE BOARDMAN. THIS IS SERIOUS AS I WAS ENTERING A HIGHWAY AND TRYING TO GET TO A MERGE SPEED THE TRANNY KEPT POP...

Feb 11, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF GEAR AT PASSING GEAR. VW SAYS THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT IS WRONG. THE CAR IS BEING SERVICED BY LOKEY VW IN CLEARWATER FLPHONE IS 7277992151. THE SERVICE MANAGER IS MIKE BOARDMAN. THIS IS SERIOUS AS I WAS ENTERING A HIGHWAY AND TRYING TO GET TO A MERGE SPEED THE TRANNY KEPT POP...

Feb 8, 1999 Power Train

THIS VEHICLE IS A SAFETY HAZARD, THE TRANSMISSION GETS STUCK IN ONE GEAR OR SHIFTS SPORADICALLY. I NEARLY MISSED CAUSING AN ACCIDENT ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY UPSHIFTED WHILE I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55MPH, ALMOST CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL. THE DEALER HAS TRIED TO ...

Feb 8, 1999 Power Train

THIS VEHICLE IS A SAFETY HAZARD, THE TRANSMISSION GETS STUCK IN ONE GEAR OR SHIFTS SPORADICALLY. I NEARLY MISSED CAUSING AN ACCIDENT ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY UPSHIFTED WHILE I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55MPH, ALMOST CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL. THE DEALER HAS TRIED TO ...

Feb 1, 1999 Structure

POWER DOOR LOCKS FAILED. *YC

Feb 1, 1999 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH FAILED. YH

Feb 1, 1999 Structure

POWER DOOR LOCKS FAILED. *YC

Feb 1, 1999 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH FAILED. YH

Jan 4, 1999 Electrical System

DUE TO A FAULTY ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY ACID SPILLING ONTO ENGINE, POWER STEERING BLEW OUT. DEALER REPLACED A TUBE ON THE BATTERY SO THE ACID CAN RUN THROUGH THE TUBE AND SPILL ONTO THE GROUND. DEALER ALSO MENTIONED THAT IT WAS NOT THE ORGINAL BATTERY. BUT CONSUMER NEVER CHANGED BATTERY AND BOUG...

Jan 4, 1999 Electrical System

DUE TO A FAULTY ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY ACID SPILLING ONTO ENGINE, POWER STEERING BLEW OUT. DEALER REPLACED A TUBE ON THE BATTERY SO THE ACID CAN RUN THROUGH THE TUBE AND SPILL ONTO THE GROUND. DEALER ALSO MENTIONED THAT IT WAS NOT THE ORGINAL BATTERY. BUT CONSUMER NEVER CHANGED BATTERY AND BOUG...

Jan 4, 1999 Electrical System

DUE TO A FAULTY ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY ACID SPILLING ONTO ENGINE, POWER STEERING BLEW OUT. DEALER REPLACED A TUBE ON THE BATTERY SO THE ACID CAN RUN THROUGH THE TUBE AND SPILL ONTO THE GROUND. DEALER ALSO MENTIONED THAT IT WAS NOT THE ORGINAL BATTERY. BUT CONSUMER NEVER CHANGED BATTERY AND BOUG...

Jan 4, 1999 Electrical System

DUE TO A FAULTY ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY ACID SPILLING ONTO ENGINE, POWER STEERING BLEW OUT. DEALER REPLACED A TUBE ON THE BATTERY SO THE ACID CAN RUN THROUGH THE TUBE AND SPILL ONTO THE GROUND. DEALER ALSO MENTIONED THAT IT WAS NOT THE ORGINAL BATTERY. BUT CONSUMER NEVER CHANGED BATTERY AND BOUG...

Dec 10, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE PADS CONTINUALLY FAILING CAUSING VIBRATION.

Dec 10, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE PADS CONTINUALLY FAILING CAUSING VIBRATION.

Nov 10, 1998 Suspension

CONSUMER EXPERIENCING AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE VIBRATING WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE BEEN IN/OUT OF DEALER SHOP AND INFORMED THAT CONSUMER NEEDS TO REPLACE TIRES. CONSUMER COMPLIED, AND CONDITION STILL OCCURS. DEALER STILL INSISTS THAT THE PROBLEM IS STILL IN CONSUMER TIRES. DEALER NOW SAYS THAT ...

Nov 10, 1998 Suspension

CONSUMER EXPERIENCING AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE VIBRATING WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE BEEN IN/OUT OF DEALER SHOP AND INFORMED THAT CONSUMER NEEDS TO REPLACE TIRES. CONSUMER COMPLIED, AND CONDITION STILL OCCURS. DEALER STILL INSISTS THAT THE PROBLEM IS STILL IN CONSUMER TIRES. DEALER NOW SAYS THAT ...

Oct 26, 1998 Structure

PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT STAY OPEN.

Oct 26, 1998 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER MAKES NOISE WHILE IN USE.

Oct 26, 1998 Structure

PANEL UNDER DRIVERS SIDE CAME APART.

Oct 26, 1998 Visibility

POWER WINDOW MOTOR FAILED ON PASSENGER SIDE.

Oct 26, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ROTORS WARPED AND FRONT BRAKES FAILED CAUSING VIBRATION.

Oct 26, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ROTORS WARPED AND FRONT BRAKES FAILED CAUSING VIBRATION.

Oct 26, 1998 Power Train

CLUTCH FAILED.

Oct 26, 1998 Structure

PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT STAY OPEN.

Oct 26, 1998 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER MAKES NOISE WHILE IN USE.

Oct 26, 1998 Structure

PANEL UNDER DRIVERS SIDE CAME APART.

Oct 26, 1998 Visibility

POWER WINDOW MOTOR FAILED ON PASSENGER SIDE.

Oct 26, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ROTORS WARPED AND FRONT BRAKES FAILED CAUSING VIBRATION.

Oct 26, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ROTORS WARPED AND FRONT BRAKES FAILED CAUSING VIBRATION.

Oct 26, 1998 Power Train

CLUTCH FAILED.

Oct 23, 1998 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT 30MPH CONSUMER HIT A PIECE OF RUBBER ON THE ROAD AND THE SUSPENSION DID NOT HOLD, AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SPIN OUT OF CONTROL. CONSUMER HAS NOT CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK

Oct 23, 1998 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT 30MPH CONSUMER HIT A PIECE OF RUBBER ON THE ROAD AND THE SUSPENSION DID NOT HOLD, AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SPIN OUT OF CONTROL. CONSUMER HAS NOT CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK

Sep 3, 1998 Power Train

TRANSMISSION, BRAKE, AND GAS GAUGE MALFUNCTION, AND MUSTY SMELL FROM AC. ALTHOUGH THESE AND OTHER REPAIRS HAVE BEEN MADE THE AC STILL SMELLS AND THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT SHIFT SMOOTHLY.

Sep 3, 1998 Power Train

TRANSMISSION, BRAKE, AND GAS GAUGE MALFUNCTION, AND MUSTY SMELL FROM AC. ALTHOUGH THESE AND OTHER REPAIRS HAVE BEEN MADE THE AC STILL SMELLS AND THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT SHIFT SMOOTHLY.

May 13, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ROTORS WARPED CAUSING VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL.

May 13, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ROTORS WARPED CAUSING VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL.

Mar 25, 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AN OBJECT FROM THE ROAD HIT VEHICLE FROM UNDERNEATH AND SPLIT THE FUEL TANK WHICH CAUSED BETWEEN 10-12 GALLONS OF FUEL TO LEAK. *AK

Mar 25, 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AN OBJECT FROM THE ROAD HIT VEHICLE FROM UNDERNEATH AND SPLIT THE FUEL TANK WHICH CAUSED BETWEEN 10-12 GALLONS OF FUEL TO LEAK. *AK

Feb 13, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES LOCK UP/FAIL. *AK

Feb 13, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKES LOCK UP/FAIL. *AK

Feb 9, 1998 Electrical System Fire

DRIVER'S SEAT CONTAINED FAULTY WIRING, CAUSING FIRE.

Feb 9, 1998 Electrical System Fire

DRIVER'S SEAT CONTAINED FAULTY WIRING, CAUSING FIRE.

Jan 12, 1998 Air Bags

DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55MPH AND HIT A PIECE OF METAL THAT WAS LYING IN THE HIGHWAY AND BOTH AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. *AK

Jan 12, 1998 Air Bags

DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55MPH AND HIT A PIECE OF METAL THAT WAS LYING IN THE HIGHWAY AND BOTH AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. *AK

Jan 9, 1998 Air Bags Crash

DURING VEHICLE FRONT END COLLISION NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG RESULTING IN INJURIES. (ATTORNEY FOR CONSUMER).

Jan 9, 1998 Air Bags Crash

DURING VEHICLE FRONT END COLLISION NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG RESULTING IN INJURIES. (ATTORNEY FOR CONSUMER).

Nov 12, 1997 Power Train

WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVEN AT SPEEDS OVER 35 MPH , REGISTERS AT 4700RPMS BEFORE DOWNSHIFTING. ALSO THE GEAR CONSOLE FAULSELY READS THE GEARS. THE DEALER HAS BEEN MADE AWARE. *AK

Nov 12, 1997 Power Train

WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVEN AT SPEEDS OVER 35 MPH , REGISTERS AT 4700RPMS BEFORE DOWNSHIFTING. ALSO THE GEAR CONSOLE FAULSELY READS THE GEARS. THE DEALER HAS BEEN MADE AWARE. *AK

Nov 10, 1997 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM ALL SIDES, AND PASSENGER'S AND DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Nov 10, 1997 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM ALL SIDES, AND PASSENGER'S AND DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Sep 12, 1997 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE DRIVING 30MPH VEHICLE WAS INV0LVED IN A COLLISION . THE PASSIVE RESTRAINTS MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING DRIVER TO HIT THE WINDSHIELD EVEN THOUGH THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *AK

Sep 12, 1997 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE DRIVING 30MPH VEHICLE WAS INV0LVED IN A COLLISION . THE PASSIVE RESTRAINTS MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING DRIVER TO HIT THE WINDSHIELD EVEN THOUGH THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *AK

Jul 15, 1997 Exterior Lighting

THE ADHESIVE THAT SECURES THE BRAKE LIGHT IN THE REAR WINDOW HAS MELTED DUE TO SUN LIGHT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.

Jul 15, 1997 Exterior Lighting

THE ADHESIVE THAT SECURES THE BRAKE LIGHT IN THE REAR WINDOW HAS MELTED DUE TO SUN LIGHT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.

Mar 13, 1997 Air Bags Crash

DRIVER HIT THE CURB AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND HIT THE DRIVER IN THE HEAD. THE DRIVER WAS POSSIBLY KILLED BY THE AIRBAG. *AK

Mar 13, 1997 Air Bags Crash

DRIVER HIT THE CURB AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND HIT THE DRIVER IN THE HEAD. THE DRIVER WAS POSSIBLY KILLED BY THE AIRBAG. *AK

Feb 24, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHAUST PIPE EXTENDS UNDERNEATH THE BUMPER, REVEALING RAW EDGE OF PIPE. CONSUMER SUSTAINED INJURY TO THE HAND WHEN WASHING VEHICLE, INJURY MAY ALSO BE SUSTAINED IF BRUSHING AGAINST THE BUMPER PARALLEL\HORIZONTALLY. CONSUMER CALLED VOLKSWAGEN AMERICA #44730. *AK

Feb 24, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHAUST PIPE EXTENDS UNDERNEATH THE BUMPER, REVEALING RAW EDGE OF PIPE. CONSUMER SUSTAINED INJURY TO THE HAND WHEN WASHING VEHICLE, INJURY MAY ALSO BE SUSTAINED IF BRUSHING AGAINST THE BUMPER PARALLEL\HORIZONTALLY. CONSUMER CALLED VOLKSWAGEN AMERICA #44730. *AK

Feb 14, 1997 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE AT STANDSTILL; DUAL AIRBAGS DEPLOYED; DRIVER'S AIRBAG DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT, PASSENGER'S AIRBAG DEPLOYED 5 SECONDS AFTER IMPACT; PASSENGER PREGNANT. *AK

Feb 14, 1997 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE AT STANDSTILL; DUAL AIRBAGS DEPLOYED; DRIVER'S AIRBAG DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT, PASSENGER'S AIRBAG DEPLOYED 5 SECONDS AFTER IMPACT; PASSENGER PREGNANT. *AK