1999 Volkswagen Jetta Gasoline Problems
- 25
- 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 25 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Gasoline · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Manifold and oil cooler plug with carbon. Dealer indicates that volkswagen, knows about the problem, and has yet to offer any remedies. This problem leads to a very costly cleaning.*ak
ODI 764295
Electrical System · Gasoline · Windshield
Consumer on behalf of daughter. In may, the left front window fell down inside the door and the regulator had to be replaced. They were informed that the window regulator was a common problem with this vehicle. *jg
ODI 567488
Gasoline
Failed part after car had been in dealer several times this summer failed on freeway, could have been killed volkswagen should cover this, then ripped off by dealer in chicago wher car just died on the dan ryan without any warning.*ak
ODI 752343
Gasoline · Power Window Devices And Controls
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
ODI 750850
Gasoline · Hydraulic Power Assist System · Power Assist
Car dies while driving at any speeds no power-brakes or steering. *ak
ODI 748711
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
Air Conditioner · Disc · Gasoline
Engine consumes about 1+ quart of oil every 1,500 miles. Front rotors need to be replaced at 30,000 miles, while brake pads are less than 50% used. Refrigerant in air conditioner gone at around 30,000 miles with normal use in mild climate.
ODI 741137
Gasoline
Ceased water pump, sheared timing belt, and damaged valves caused vehicle to stall on interstate, consumer wants reimbursement. *slc
ODI 555864
Gasoline
At about 26,000 miles, which was about two and a half months ago, i checked the oil and had to add three quarts. I took it to the dealer and they told me to look for black smoke and oil spots on the driveway. No black smoke or oil is visibly escaping from the engine. I checked the oil again on june 15, and had to add another quart and a half. I reported it to the dealer and made another appointment for them to check…
ODI 725310
Emission Control · Gasoline
Vehicle hesitates when taking off from stop and go. It launches forward like a delay with mass air flow sensor, but vehicle it still hesitates. Dealer says they can't replicate problem.*ak the vehicle's hesitation became more frequent after each sevice and finally the engine shut off after the 34,000 miles service. *yh
ODI 885056
Gasoline
While traveling north on the new jersey turnpike the vehicle, without prior warning, suddenly stalled in the center of three lanes and would not restart. I was not able to move the car from the center lane. Shortly after i got out of the vehicle a tractor trailer struck the rear of my vehicle totally destroying the vehicle.*ak
Crash reported
ODI 718323
Gasoline
I was driving on interstate 91 on the evening of january 21st when the car began to slow down even though i was pressing on the gas pedal. I was able to get it off the exit and thinking that i may not have had enough diesel additive, i nursed it to a truck stop at the base of the exit and added enough additive for 75 gal. After 3 minutes the car died and needed to be towed. It was towed to a vw dealer and they…
ODI 718079
Gasoline
While driving 55mph vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly stalled and died without warning due to broken bolt. Dealer will inspect and repair the vehicle. *ak
ODI 853669
Gasoline
When traveling consumer has to put 1 quart of oil every thousand miles. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak
ODI 886336
Electrical System · Gasoline · Power Window Devices And Controls
Regulator failed causing passenger side window to be ajar. Nlm
ODI 550946
12v/24v/48v Battery · Gasoline · Power Window Devices And Controls · Switch · Tires · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
Oil light came on 2000 miles after oilchange/burning or leaking excessive oil,and oil level low. Passenger's window motor stopped working, resulting in window falling down,. Also, engine revved high/ light switch on interior light fell off/ front right michelin tire blewout, and had to replace battery. Dealer kept repairing problems. Consumer contacted vw co, and was told they would get back to her, but never did.…
ODI 875011
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
Gasoline
Car will die for a second or two, lose of power and begin running normally with doing anything 2. Car will not start immediately when it does presents, ie:radio are gone as if battery was disconnected, computer shows no failures
ODI 711296
Gasoline
Engine died while driving slowly. Mil and generator lights came on. Took two tries to start engine again, then vehicle operated normally. This is the second occurrence in a week and a half. Dealer was unable to find a problem after the first failure. *ak
ODI 702652
Gasoline · Glass, Side/Rear · Unknown Or Other
Engine check light stays on, indictating a defect. Vehicle will stall while being driven, casuing a safety hazard. Dealer cannot determine cause of defect. Also, when slightly opening rear windows, vehicle will vibrate. *ak
ODI 850663
Gasoline
The oil in engine is being consumed very quickly. When i take car to get an oil change every 3,000 - 5,000 miles, the oil is usually so low it does not appear on dip stick. The oil is simply blowing out of the engine. You can see the oil residue on the engine.*ak
ODI 752769
Gasoline · Unknown Or Other
Car burns oil and needs to be added every 1000 miles. After 5000 miles no oil left. Passanger side glove box rattles. *ak
ODI 751649
Gasoline
Engine burns about a quart of oil every 1000 to 1500 miles. Dealer is waiting on volkswagen for a fix. After reading other ntsb complaints and talking to other vw owners i find that this is a major problem that vw is hoping will blow away. Adding oil to a new car every 1000 to 1500 miles is not acceptable to me as a consumer. What is vw doing about this?*ak
ODI 746234
Gasoline
ENGINE OIL MUST BE ADDED EVERY 350 - 400 MILES. *AK
ODI 740341
Electrical System · Gasoline · Structure · Suspension
Vehicle has experienced several electrical system problems (brake lights not working, driver and front passenger side power windows fell down and stuck in the open position, remote door lock not working properly and fluctuates with outdoor temp, alternator and battery failed, tail light flickers, the cd light flashes). Nlm
ODI 559122