2009 Volkswagen Jetta Latches/Locks/Linkages Problems
- 9
- 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.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Passenger side, rear door lock does not work. Door cannot be opened from either the inside or the outside. *tr
ODI 10662346
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Like has been reported by many other owners, the drivers side rear door locking mechanism is faulty. Door intermittently locks when the lock button is pressed. Sometimes the door will lock and remain locked. When this happens the door cannot be unlocked from inside or outside the car without repeatedly trying up to 30 times in some instances. This is a major safety concern. If the door is locked and there is an…
ODI 10535477
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
The rear doors on my 2009 volkswagen jetta tdi don't lock - with the lock inside the door or the key fob. This is a major safety concern as i drive through the city everyday and anyone could just get in my car or rob me. I researched it online to try and solve the issue myself, but it seems like a difficult/expensive fix, and there are numerous posts online about other jetta tdi's locks malfunctioning. Volkswagen…
ODI 10549268
Body · Latches/Locks/Linkages
The door locks on my 2009 jetta will not lock/unlock. This can cause an issue where the door remains locked randomly, prohibiting an occupant from exiting the car in case of an emergency. This also allows the door to remain unlocked when assuming it has been locked, leading the car to be more accessible to unwanted patrons! *tr
ODI 10704735
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Rear driver side door does not always lock. I first noticed it when i was parking the car and the door did not lock. There is no way of locking the door manually as in a car without automatic door locks. Periodically, the lock fails to actuate when driving (doors are suppose to lock automatically). Pressing the lock/unlock button doesn't always work. There is no easy way to tell if the door locked properly when…
ODI 10419320
Body · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Back doors randomly lock and won't unlock as well as remain unlocked and won't lock. This creates concern with personal safety when they won't lock (ejection in car wreck, strangers entering car) and when they won't unlock (ability to get out of car in emergency). This began at about 30,000 miles (two years old) and then appeared to resolve only to begin again at 50,000 miles (3 years old). Dealership tells me it…
ODI 10473127
Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta sportswagen. The contact stated that the passenger side door locks were broken. The contact stated that the locks had fractured before and were repaired under warranty. The dealer advised the contact that the parts needed for repairs would not be available for approximately one month. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted who offered no assistance.…
ODI 10369369
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. While exiting the vehicle, all four doors locked without intention. The engine remained on, and a child was positioned in the rear of the vehicle. She attempted to access the vehicle with the key fob and manually. The key failed to unlock the door. She had to break the passenger window to open the door. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure and…
ODI 10295384
Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Seat Belts · Service Brakes, Electric
Purchased a new '09 vw jetta sdn 2.5 l s and the second day i had it, i had to take to service dept. The door seal from drivers door was coming off, the car would smell like burning plastic and i noticed after 3rd trip ( in 2 days ) the rear brakes were "glowing" red hot. They said they could figure it out and said it may be a plastic coating they put on brake pads to keep rust from building up on the ship overseas!…
ODI 10346901