2001 Volkswagen Jetta Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip Problems
- 24
- 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 24 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- light illuminated · 5 records
- brake pedal · 5 records
- brake system · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 volkswagen jetta. While driving approximately 13 mph the abs light and the traction control light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated that there was a problem with the control module for the anti lock braking system. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that nhtsa recall campaign id number 02v031000 (service brakes, hydraulic: anti lock) was…
ODI 10378120
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that his abs light illuminated. He called the manufacturer and they stated that his vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 02v031000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). He will take the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic. The current mileage was 64,000 and failure mileage was 62,000.
ODI 10228525
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 volkswagen jetta. While attempting a u-turn at 15 mph, the vehicle lost all abs and traction control ability. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and they stated that his vin was not included in the recall. The contact would be responsible for the repair costs. The vehicle has not been repaired. The recall number and description were unknown. The failure mileage was 96,239 and current…
ODI 10226964
Air Bags · Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
On a clear day, dry pavement, went to brake in city traffic and brakes failed causing me to rear end the car in front ( causing $2600 damages) and totalling my car. No injuries. Air bag did not deploy, possibly due to the low speed i was travelling. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10224597
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 volkswagen jetta. On two different occasions, the rear brakes locked up. The first failure occurred while driving 60 mph and the second failure, while driving 35 mph. The contact stated that the vehicle became engulfed in smoke. He went to the dealer to have the vehicle repaired under recall notice # 02v031000 (service brakes, hydraulic: antilock). Since the recall repair was performed, he…
Fire reported
ODI 10195125
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 volkswagen jetta. The contact reported transmission failure on the vehicle. The dealer remedied the transmission failure and one month later, the problem recurred. The contact stated that the epc lights began to malfunction. When the lights illuminated the current speed in which the contact was driving, reduced drastically. The indicator illuminated intermittently while driving to the…
ODI 10187017
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
I am the original owner of a 2001, vw jetta tdi. I took my car to west broad volkswagen, richmond va, to have the brakes checked because i heard a squealing noise (just once). The dealer told me that my _x001c_rear brakes_x001d_ need to be changed very soon and the cost would be $427.00! I asked, _x001c_how could it just be the rear brakes?_x001d_ the service adviser could not explain. I stated to him that every car…
ODI 10096380
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Problems with 2001 jetta brake system.*mr rear brake failure called for replacement of rotors, calipers and required a complete brake system flush. The consumer was concerned as to why the abs warning light did not activate. *ph *jb
ODI 10034523
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
The consumer stated the abs light illuminated. The dealer was contacted, however the problem had not been rectified. *jb
ODI 10038600
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Had problems prior with brake pedal vibrating when depressed slightly and also during turns with loss of brake power. Abs system replaced by local dealer. Had an incident after replacement. Going down a hill at 45 mph with a right bend, applied brakes. Same vibration in brake pedal, no braking power and steering kicked car sharply to left and ended up off the road. Then everything seemed to work again but still…
ODI 769815
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Front Underhood
Smoldering fire put out with fire extinguisher. May be related to antilock brake system recall. Will contact dealer and manufacturer.*ak
Fire reported
ODI 764233
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Consumer experienced a burning wire smell inside vehicle, prior to the recall # 02 v 031 000. Abs light illuminated.*jbconsumer was told by dealer the problem was not serious and did not require immediate attention, however the abs failure eventually drained the battery. *jg
ODI 8008993
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Automatic Transmission · Switch
I have had trouble with this jetta from the first day i took ownership of the vehicle. The brake assembly has been replaced. The brake light switch has been replaced. Now i have just received a new transmission in my ten month old car. The car's transmission was reset three times before volkswagen replaced the valve body. This procedure did not work and in turn endangered my life. I was trying to get on the highway…
ODI 758579
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
When applying brakes in snow or icy conditions it causes brakes to lock up or freezes up. Vehicle was taken to dealer, and they could not find any thing wrong, but the problem is reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
ODI 8008376
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
I've come to my car several times and have found the brake lights on. After depressing the brake pedal several times, they come off, but managed to come on again after closing the door. More disturbing, however, is the fact that when the vehicle is on, your foot does not have to be applied to the brake pedal to shift out of park; it assumes your foot is on the brake. This is definitely not good; not to mention the…
ODI 752813
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Front Underhood
Abs light came on at startup, contacted dealer service and told them of the problem, asked if safe to drive. They replied yes without abs. Drove 30mi home, stopped and shutoff car, 1minute later, large amounts of smoke from under hood and in cabin. Fire dept responded. No visible flame, but burned wiring was evident. Dealer has only confirmed so far that the abs controller, pump and wiring harness has shorted out.*ak
Fire reported
ODI 752790
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Windshield Wiper/Washer
While driving windshield wipers quit. Also, abs light illuminated. Took vehicle to dealer, and they couldn't duplicate problem. Please provide any further information.*ak
ODI 8009646
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
The vehicle experienced a total brake failure. The pedal offered little resistance, and sank to the floor. An accident was avoided by emergency procedures. The throttle was also inoperative. After bringing the vehicle to a eventual stop, the brakes slowly returned to normal, mushy at first, then to original feel. Not an expert at diagnosis, but it would appear that the "brain" that controls throttle and the abs…
ODI 750182
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Brake do not engage properly, consumer was informed on the first visit that there was an air pocket in the brake system, new brake fluid was added and the brakes were rebleed, however consumer began experiencing the problem again and the dealer found that the master cylinder was leaking which was replaced, consumer is again experiencing the same problem.*jb
ODI 785503
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Automatic Transmission
Transmission replaced on february 8, and abs sensor replaced on february 21. Brakes had failed. *ak
ODI 881064
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
While driving down at steep incline vehicle would not stop. Also, expierenced a problem while traveling at 50 mph, consumer tried to brake, and pedal went to the floor.*ak
ODI 870925
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Vehicle experienced the same defect with abs as stated in recall 02 v 031 000, but this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak
ODI 10034365
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Received recall 02v031000 notice and had repair work done. When repairs were finished problem started again. Did not have problem with brakes until recall repairs were done. *ak
ODI 8010215
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
@ 20000 miles desert vw performed warrenty service (5 weeks ago) which included a complete break inspection. At the time no problem was seen. @ 22000 miles both pads on the back were totally gone. I understand vw used a thinner pad on the 2001 jetta's. T
ODI 770254