1999 Volkswagen Jetta Automatic Transmission Problems
- 20
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 20 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
I was driving up 24 north, driving approximately 70 miles per hour. While in the fast lane, my ability to accelerate just stopped. My engine continued to run, however, my car would not move. Fortunately, i was not driving on this highway during rush hour so i was able to coast over to the break down lane. Volkswagen diagnosed that the transmission failed in my car. My concern is that there were absolutely no warning…
ODI 10086271
Automatic Transmission
While driving the vehicle would accelerate making it hard to gain control. Dealer has been notified. Ph
ODI 10006155
Automatic Transmission · Windshield Wiper/Washer
The windshield cracked although there was no apparent cause- dealer replaced. Fuel filler door would not operate- dealer charged $13 to open the door so that it could be fueled and provided an estinate of repair for $100+. Transmission does not engauge properly. Especially from stop signs when the car is cold. The delay causes the engine to rev and the car to start with a jerk after several seconds. There is also a…
ODI 752980
Automatic Transmission
We bagan experiencing problems with the transmission in this car within weeks after buying it, it was shifting out to hard and slipping. We took the car to crown volgswagen in birmingham, al in april 2001 we were not satisfied and then took the car to quality volgswagen in tuscaloosa, al where they replaced the transmission. The car ddrove normal for about one month then we began noticing the same problems again…
ODI 747325
Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission failed to engage into fourth gear while traveling on highway, and will kick out of fourth gear into third gear while driving. Dealership has examined vehicle ,and performed problem reoccurred two days later. *ak the dealer replaced the sensor first and later on added a parallel cable. *yh
ODI 889771
Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control
When shifting gear into reverse and stepped on brakes to stop vehicle , and then put it in drive, vehicle roared up, and there was a delay in shifting from reverse into drive. Dealership was notified by consumer.*ak when gear was shifted from reverse to drive, the vehicle rolls back about 2 feet before moving forward. The consumer's internet research result indicated that other consumers of this make of vehicle had…
ODI 886444
Automatic Transmission
Transmission computer system automatically throws into 3rd gear.*ak
ODI 8008649
Automatic Transmission · Gasoline · Manual Transmission · Unknown Or Other · Windshield Wiper/Washer
Vehicle runs out of oil every 1500 miles, and the transmission is very jerky. *ak windshield wipers were streaking because wipers were separating. Instrument panel cup holder loose on tight side. The stick shift vibrates in 3rd gear due to selector shaft failure. *yh
ODI 878873
Automatic Transmission
Dealer and manufacturer has, in essence said, "there is nothing further we can do for you" "you simply got stuck wit 2 bad transmissions. Just live with it and hopfully you and no one else will get seriously injured." nice car company! Last vw i can tell you that!! *ak
ODI 732750
Automatic Transmission
Both dealer and manufacturer has, in essence, told me to just simply "go away" "you got stuck with 2 bad transmissions and there is nothing further we can do for you. Live with the problem and hopefully no one will be injured." nice car company. Last vw i can promise you that!!*ak
ODI 732748
Automatic Transmission · Linkages
While driving at about any speed vehicle suddenly accelerated out of control without prior warning. Also, transmission shifted gear roughly. *ak
ODI 860138
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle rolls forward when on the slightest grade when put in reverse, it takes 3-5 seconds to engage and even after it engages it will roll forward. I almost hit a mother and child walking infront of the car when in a parking space, the second time the vehicle plunged into a pole causing damage to the vehicle. *ak
Crash reported
ODI 719518
Automatic Transmission · Wheel Speed Sensor
Possible treansmission failure has resulted in the vehicle going into a mode where it remains in 3rd gear and will not go into over-drive. The rpm's also become sporadic. Nlm
ODI 550629
Automatic Transmission · Cooling System · Engine
Vehicle has excessive engine oil consumption and loss of cooling at the same rate, which could cause engine failure/fire and air pollution. Owner has contacted dealership two times about the problem. Also, gear selection and engagement of the transmission are slow to respond to input. Dealer says that these problems are normal. *ml
ODI 856688
Air Bags · Automatic Transmission · Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle burns oil (doing so for 9 mos now), dealer has been running "test" on car for 4 mos. Said may have to replace engine. Air bag light on first day owning, told to wait 2wks for an appt at which was told car unsafe to drive. Transmission difficult to shift/acceleration (making turns, entering highways, etc.)
ODI 722235
Automatic Transmission
Transmission still has problems that have not been fixed since they began. *ak
ODI 719967
Automatic Transmission
While switching gears from reverse into drive, vehicle hesitates for about 5- 10 seconds, which may cause a crash. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. *ak
ODI 862670
Automatic Transmission
While driving at highway speeds vehicle loses power and will not shift into gears, cause unknown. Please give any further details.*ak
ODI 886580
Automatic Transmission
When vehicle is placed on an incline or when the surface is not leveled, and when placing vehicle in reverse, vehicle will roll about 2-3 feet. Consumer has contacted the dealer and manufacturer, problem repaired. *ak.et.
ODI 857137
Automatic Transmission
When driving 35-40 mph up a hill the vehicle will not accelerate, it will downshift on flat surface. Please give any further details. *ak
ODI 838621