4.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
22,703 miles

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2000 Volkswagen Jetta engine problems

engine problem

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2000 Volkswagen Jetta Owner Comments (Page 2 of 2)

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problem #5

Oct 092002

Jetta

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Consumer states that while driving at any speed the engine light comes on and will stay on the remainder of the time the vehicle is in movement. Consumer replace numerous of time. Dealer notified.

- Medford, MA, USA

problem #4

Jul 232001

(reported on)

Jetta

  • miles
Engine mounts failed.

- Madison, WI, USA

problem #3

Dec 252000

Jetta

  • miles
Oil light came on approximately 3000 miles after consumer had oil changed in vehicle. Private mechanic informed consumer that engine was burning oil, and was about ready to blow up. There was a gap in between pistons that were causing this defect. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

- Mckinleyville, CA, USA

problem #2

Aug 262000

Jetta

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Whenever driving engine would burn an excessive amount of oil. Have taken vehicle at least 2 times to dealership, and mechanic indicated that oil burning was perfectly normal for Jetta. No repairs were done to correct problem. There was gel-like buildup on the oil cap and dipstick due to antifreeze or moisture mounting within the engine. The consumer intends to pursue lemon law if defects were not corrected.

- Shrewsbury, MO, USA

problem #1

Feb 242000

Jetta

  • miles
Hit rock on highway puncturing oil pan. Engine light did not come on and engine seized.

- Naperville, IL, USA

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