2009 Volkswagen Jetta Electrical System Problems
- 95
- 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 95 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- light came · 10 records
- where diagnosed · 10 records
- check engine · 9 records
- engine light · 9 records
- stability control · 7 records
- door locks · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 27 |
| 100–150k mi | 27 |
| 30–60k mi | 21 |
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
The etc sign comes on and the car lost its power significantly. The obd scan does not show any code
ODI 11307305
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
The car disables the abs while driving, and the abs, brake and electronic stability control indicators are lit simultaneously, while the car dings. Quite distracting. A little research shows complaints for the same behavior since just oct. 30, 2019: nhtsa id number: 11277060 nhtsa id number: 11288718 nhtsa id number: 11283008 nhtsa id number: 11279604 there is a recall which was considered closed for my vehicle for…
ODI 11289152
Electrical System · Service Brakes
CAR ABS SYSTEN DANGER. NO MECHANIC CAN FIX
ODI 11287503
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
Hi, i have a 2009 jetta 2.5 se and the door locks stopped working g both manually or with the key remote. I cannot lock my doors except for the driver door. It started this morning out of nowhere.
ODI 11282801
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Had drove the car little while, then made a stop, cranked the car to leave and sounded like it was low on oil, that kind of. Tapping sound. Oil was fine. But the sound still there the next day. After driving it a mile or two. It got louder, then the check engine light came on. I stopped at the closest part store about 5 min after the light came on. They checked it with the scanner. Said it was a knock sensor code.…
ODI 11282962
Electrical System
Ignition key stuck in ignition switch in the on/run position and will not turn off or come out of ignition.
ODI 11265968
Electrical System · Engine
My daughter is driving a 2009 vw jetta that is not fit for the road,the dealership says it isn't there problem,berlin city honda, and that they don't work on them,and the extended warranty doesn't cover it, as the light turns green she steps on the gas,and no power and the steering wheel locks,she is in heavy traffic and in a panic, she pulls the key,puts it back in and the car starts again,now it keeps happening…
ODI 11220852
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start because the battery was dead. The vehicle was jumpstarted and seven warning indicators illuminated including the check engine, abs, esp, and power steering indicators. The vehicle started after the jumpstart and was taken to ciocca volkswagen of allentown ([redacted], allentown, pa 18103) where it was diagnosed that a…
ODI 11207682
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. When attempting to drive the vehicle, the brake, abs, and traction warning indicators illuminated. A beeping sound was also heard. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the abs module failed and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed to take the vehicle to a dealer. The vehicle was later taken to winn volkswagen woodland…
ODI 11184712
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Steering
I had made an appointment with volkswagen dealership to have my car looked at because of the recall. My abs light came on and has been on for weeks. It hasn't turned off. When i took my car in they tried to perform a software update but weren't able to because apparently the module went out before the recall. I haven't had any problems with this until just a few weeks ago so i don't understand how that is possible.…
ODI 11173206
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that while the driver was driving, all the warning lights on the instrument panel illuminated with a beeping noise. The vehicle was taken to carolina volkswagen (7800 e independence blvd, charlotte, nc 28227, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the abs module failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was…
ODI 11144084
Electrical System
Not able to take key out of ignition switch. Car is parked and still running not able to take key out.
ODI 11123937
Electrical System
Clock spring failure at 49,500 miles. Resulted in no horn and no steering wheel airbag functionality.
ODI 11114108
Electrical System
My vehicle was parked at home. I tried to start my vehicle; which it did but once i got to my destination the key would not come out and the vehicle would not turn off. I tried for 3 hours to remove the key. The only oppostion i had was to take it to a dealership at night; so that the car would be safe. I took the fuse out at and detached the battery plug turning off the car, but i had to leave the key in the…
ODI 11110986
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the electrical system failed and most of the warning indicators on the instrument panel illuminated. In addition, the instrument cluster panel was faulty. The vehicle leaked fuel and the power steering was faulty. The entire electrical system constantly failed. The vehicle was towed to crown volkswagen of lawrence ([redacted], lawrence, ks 66046,…
ODI 11206309
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. While the contact's wife was driving the vehicle, the brake, abs, and electronic stability control warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited the same symptoms as indicated in nhtsa campaign number: 16v913000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was…
ODI 11092506
Electrical System · Steering
Started with key being very difficult to turn on or off in ignition and the steering column lock no longer engaged at all when the car was off. Then, twice within 1 mile, the steering column lock did engage while the car was being operated in a turn at approximately 45 miles per hour. After parking the car immediately following, the key would not turn to the off position until the exposed end of the key was tapped…
ODI 11080222
Electrical System
My ignition would not shut off key is stuck and ignition won't turn
ODI 11058387
Air Bags · Electrical System
Takata recall airbags airbag light on horn stopped working
ODI 11072457
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Fuse box in engine compartment melted. The location is where the right sit headlight fuse is. Rf headlight and turn signal do not work. I looked the problem up and found that there are many other people that have same type vehicle with this same problem.
ODI 11072308
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that various warning indicators illuminated and the speedometer malfunctioned, which resulted in the speedometer not indicating the correct speed. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v913000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that…
ODI 11031891
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System
Takata recall. In february of 2017 my check engine light came on and was accompanied by a series of 3 beeps. As i continued to drive more lights came on and my dash board looked like a christmas tree ex. Airbag, oil, check engine, abs, epc, brake light, etc. When driving on the high way my gauges will shut off and i can not see how fast i am going, my car will decelerate with my foot on the gas at random times on…
ODI 10990493
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. The contact was unable to start the vehicle and all the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed as needing a new battery. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the battery was tested at the dealer and the vehicle was able to start. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle was…
ODI 10969752
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. While driving, the contact stated that the vehicle performed abnormally. Also, the speedometer and fuel gauge ceased to function, and the abs warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the abs module needed to be replaced. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v913000 (service brakes, hydraulic,…
ODI 10971194
Electrical System · Seats
Seat warmer burned a hole through the seat and burned through my clothing to my skin. I reached back to see what was wrong and burned my hand. I had smelled smoke but it was too late by the time i figured out what had happened. It could have been extremely dangerous if i had been on a busy road with my son and it started a fire. I was lucky i was in our small town and was able to get pulled over quickly. While there…
ODI 10948926