2006 Volkswagen Jetta Automatic Transmission Problems
- 76
- 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 76 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- mass flywheel · 17 records
- dual mass · 16 records
- automatic transmission · 6 records
- failure mileage · 5 records
- transmission housing · 5 records
- transmission engine · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 32 |
| 30–60k mi | 16 |
| 1–30k mi | 13 |
| 100–150k mi | 9 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
In march 2009 i took my 2006 vw jetta tdi in for its normal service point at 90k. I was asked by the dealer if i could bring the car back in because of a noise that was heard coming from the transmission. The dealer reported that they found nothing wrong. On may 28, 2009 i had a catastrophic failure of the dual mass flywheel in the dsg transmission. *tr
ODI 10273201
Automatic Transmission
Hi i boughtmy 06 tdi jetta 2 yrs ago it had 39,800 miles on it and now i see why it was traded in at 40,000 it needs a 560.00 service that i was not told about. My fault for not reading the whole manual . I was told by dealer that the dsg would need to be serviced at 100,000 miles and it would be good. I brought the car in for clattering noise several times and was told it was normal the car hesitated often and…
ODI 10279127
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2006 jetta tdi with 70,450 miles and just spent over $2,000 and four days of car rental replacing a dual mass flywheel. The vehicle began making noises and jerking at slow speeds when it turned 48,000 miles. I took it to the dealer where i bought it and they ran a "computer test" and found no problem. They test drove it found the same verdict and said "that's how jetta diesels run." i asked them to check the…
ODI 10268994
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 volkswagen jetta tdi. The contact stated that while driving on the interstate at approx 55 mph, the vehicle seemed to not accelerate, although she would press the accelerator pedal, the vehicle would not move past 55 mph. She activated the cruise control and then the engine revved and the vehicle was in 6th gear but manually shifted down to 4th gear. She took it out of the automatic shift…
ODI 10317045
Automatic Transmission
Vw dealer at last service says my 2006 vw jetta tdi needs to have dmf, dual mass flywheel replaced. After researching on-line it appears to be a problem with many vw's with dsg transmission, and worthy of possible re-call. The car has an intermittent accelerator hesitation. It can occur when the engine is cold or hot. It seems to occur when it is rolling free at near 5 to 10 mph, and when the accelerator is pressed…
ODI 10251874
Automatic Transmission
Took my 06 jetta tdi w/ dsg transmission to my vw dealer due to vibration and noise issue. Dealer diagnosed dual mass flywheel catastrophic failure which punctured transmission housing. Damage estimated at $7500. Mileage is 82k. *tr
ODI 10250937
Automatic Transmission
Car had a defective flywheel, a dangerous situation if failure were to happen at highway speeds! Other country has recalled same problem! *tr
ODI 10250543
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 volkswagen jetta. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly shifted into reverse; the vehicle had a dsg transmission. The contact turned the vehicle on and off which reset the problem. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the problem could not be repaired because the transmission was sealed. The contact called the manufacturer who…
ODI 10363593
Automatic Transmission · Driveline
The volkwagen tdi 1.9l engine when coupled to the dsg( direct shift gear) transmission has an extremely high failure rate of the dmf (dual mass flywheel). Failures have occurred between 10k and 100k miles. The internal construction of the flywheel is improper and will separate leading to the total failure of the unit. When the unit fails it causes a very specific and potentially deadly set of circumstances. The dmf…
Fire reported
ODI 10247539
Automatic Transmission
My 2006 jetta 2.5 has an intermittent accelerator hesitation. It can occur when the engine is cold or hot. It seems to occur when it is rolling free at near 5 to 10 mph, and when the accelerator is pressed nothing happens for a second or two. Then it catches and goes. *tr
ODI 10238733
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 volkswagen jetta which was purchased in april 2006. He always heard a noise in the engine compartment similar to rocks rattling inside the engine while driving various speeds including approximately 65 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be duplicated. The dealer advised that the noises were normal for his particular type of transmission. The noises became…
ODI 10301877
Automatic Transmission
At temperatures less than 15 degrees fahrenheit, my 2006 volkswagen jetta tdi with dsg transmission surges forward upon starting. This surge happens if the car is in park (p) or neutral (n). The surge is noticeable even with the parking brake set and standard braking system applied. This surge does not allow the car to start normally (e.g. Stalls the engine). The surge happens only once during a cold start.…
ODI 10227671
Automatic Transmission
Dual mass flywheel failure in transmission of 06 vw jetta tdi. The dmf has broken and is damaging the transmision of the car. Attempting to get problem fixed. *jb updated 01-16-08. *kb updated *jb
ODI 10201148
Automatic Transmission · Driveline
A rattling noise was heard from the engine area starting at about 50,000 km. I thought at first it was a loose exhaust component. The car has been maintained since new by a dealer here in eastern canada. My request to check the noise at each dealer service did not identify the problem. I did not press the issue because it could only be heard at idle, outside the car. Well after the car was out of warranty, i…
ODI 10374820
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2006 vw jetta equipped with a dsg automatic transmission. I have a flywheel that is failing. This can cause the car to lock up and cause an accident. I notice while searching online that this is a very common problem with this model jetta. I think that this should be examined and vw should have to make this right. *tr
ODI 10352650
Automatic Transmission
At 65 mph there was a brief lockup of the front wheels, stalling of the engine followed by a loud mechanical grinding noise. Stopped vehicle, popped hood, noted engine to shake violently to the extent that the oil dipstick came loose. Brought vehicle to dealership. Informed by service that failure is due to disintegration of the dual mass flywheel located between the engine and the automatic transmission. Debris…
ODI 10195542
Automatic Transmission · Diesel
When starting in drive, at a stop light, car does not accelerate as it would normally would, but just creeps forward from 3 to 10 seconds, then it begins to accelerate normally. *jb
ODI 10182479
Automatic Transmission · Fuel System, Diesel
At 15f degrees or lower temperatures the volkswagen dsg transmission will impede the diesel engines ability to start, leaving the vehicle inoperable. Vwag and vwoa has knowledge of this system defect providing no solution. Vwoa continues to sell these defective vehicles. *tr
ODI 10227204
Automatic Transmission · Front
Transmission lurch forward, sometimes skip the shifts,also shifts are delayed or eng rev,too high and downshifthing it kicks 2 to 1and there's a clunking noise. *tr
ODI 10285748
Automatic Transmission
2006 vw jetta tdi automatic. Stopped at stop light. When light turned green the car would go but would not shift. Pulled off road and tried to restart. After restart car would not move. Car has been in shop for 20 calendar days at this point. *jb
ODI 10174079
Automatic Transmission
There is a design flaw in the engine/transmission of my 2006 jetta tdi. Always when rolling slowly and sometimes from a standing stop, pressing hard on the accelerator to pull out into traffic there is a 1-2 second lag before anything happens. It is as if the engine totally bogs down and then catches sometimes throwing your head back, but more importantly delaying the acceleration. I had purchased this vehicle for a…
ODI 10169835
Automatic Transmission
2006 vw jetta tdi (turbodeisel) with dsg transmission: when car is parked on inclined surface with front end lower than rear end, car will not smoothly engage reverse gear. Vehicle transmission will either not engage reverse gear at all, or without any warning will abruptly engage and catapult vehicle in reverse 4 to 5 feet even when gradually increasing engine revs. This is dangerous safety issue when backing out…
ODI 10245698
Automatic Transmission
Tl*- the contact stated that after driving the 2006 volkswagen tdi diesel and coming to a stop she put the vehicle in park and the vehicle continued to roll about 4-6 inches further. The contact stated that this was a safety problem, if someone were in front of the vehicle it could hit him/her. This was noticed after buying the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealership and was informed that there was…
ODI 10184611
Automatic Transmission
Afer 1477 miles, the transmission on my 2006 tdi jetta failed. It has been in the shop for 1 week and the dealer tells me it will take another 2 weeks before the parts come in. I called vw and they said they would discuss arbitration after the car was fixed. They would not take the car back. That's vw quality and service for a $27k car. *nm
ODI 10154337
Arm · Automatic Transmission · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Rear Compartment/Trunk · Structure · Unknown Or Other · Wheels
I have a 06' jetta it has 10,000 miles on it and has had several problems. 1. Stero broke after 2 mo. And 6 cd's were stuck in damaged cd player and i still have not recieved them back like i was told after 4 months of being fixed. 2.paint was peeling off front bumper, was repaired. 3. Back center console would not stay in place. 4.steering wheel makes sqeaking noise when turned to the right. 5.hazard button fell…
ODI 10168527