2010 Volkswagen Jetta Power Train Problems
- 77
- 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 77 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 13 records
- engine light · 11 records
- glow plug · 8 records
- light came · 8 records
- failure mileage · 7 records
- manual transmission · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 19 |
| 60–100k mi | 19 |
| 100–150k mi | 16 |
| 1–30k mi | 14 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
All symptons of vw recall no. 37e3/s7 or nhtsa 09v333000" transmission abruptly shift to neutral. The selector lever position indicator within the instrument panel will flash. The depress brake pedal indicator light will be illuminated, also the transmission gets stuck in a gear and it won't shift. In both cases, once you stop the vehicle, turn if off and crank it back on, the problem will solved.
ODI 11297037
Body · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
I am truly not sure. It is going into the shop tomorrow. Although, i just purchased it used, and when i park it on a hill. It makes this odd sound as if the body is going to fall apart? I smell a burning metal smell as well. It was parked on a hill so it was stationary, just not sure what it is. I know it is used but i only had it for 1 month!
ODI 11244087
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the mechatronic unit for the dsg gear box transmission failed to function. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic. Napleton's volkswagen of orlando (12700 e colonial dr, orlando, fl 32826, [redacted]) was notified. The dealer and manufacturer indicated that the vehicle was excluded from the customer satisfaction program regarding the…
ODI 11197163
Power Train · Service Brakes
I replaced my brakes with brand new brakes less than 6 months ago and still have all of the same issues. My brakes constantly lock, i've never been able to do a hardstop with this car for the 4 years i've owned it. I've avoided accidents by moving my steering wheel left and right to avoid other vehicles because my brakes lock pretty much every time. It scares me to drive this car with my 2 year old in the back seat.…
ODI 11193538
Power Train
I have the 2010 jetta tdi. The mechatronics unit has failed and vw will not sell parts for this transmission because it is faulty. Their words but they also won't recall the transmission either. Transmission shops have not been able to buy parts for this transmission for over 4 months so vw is very aware. The issue is the transmission will not allow the car to accelerate safely at all times. I was leaving a business…
ODI 11105183
Engine · Power Train
When driving this vehicle it will at times hesitate and stumble severely to the point where you will have to pull over. No check engine light or codes noted when scanned. Problem started right after vw tdi emissions fixes. Vw dealer claims no connection.
ODI 11093468
Power Train · Suspension
While will driving 70 mph on i-96, left front strut/coil/dampener failed , the coil spring became partially offset and separated laterally from the remaining portion of the coil. The portion of the coil offset began rubbing on the front tire sidewall. Fortunately, i was located 5-7 miles from home and my local vehicle repair shop. A dangerous and potentially very dangerous development. See attached images..
ODI 11088685
Power Train
2.5 l approx. 108,000 miles. The vehicle does a hard shift from 2 to 3rd gear then from 3rd to 4th. Almost like a hard resistance then bucks. Happens when driving at a low rate of speed or on the highway.
ODI 11078285
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Power Train
The lights are all crossed. The left turn signal is weaker on the driver mirror. The overhead lights seemed to be crossed. You turn one off and the passenger lights in back come on. The bluetooth stopped working. It is like it has a shirt in it. This is while driving as well as stationary in car port.
ODI 11022235
Power Train
Transmission went out while driving and almost caused an accident. Got car checked and needed a new transmission and transmission module. Did research of this model and model year and it's an ongoing issue with the transmission in this car. If this issue isn't taken care of it will eventually cause serious bodily injury or death. How many lives need to be in jeopardy in order for this to be resolved. My kids are…
ODI 11022573
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta. On several occasions, while driving 40 mph, the vehicle stopped without warning. On one occasion, the vehicle failed to accelerate. As a result, the contact stated that a warning indicator illuminated, indicating to depress the brake pedal and accelerate again. On another occasion, while attempting to reverse the vehicle, the gear shifter failed to operate and the check…
ODI 11003083
Power Train
When starting from a stop the transmission slips into neutral and the car rolls unpowered to a stop. If the engine is turned off and transmission is shifted to "park" to restart the engine it is then impossible to shift the transmission out of "park" into neutral or any other gear. Whenever this is happening various warning lights appear illuminated on the warning panel-eg. "low washer fluid" and "traction control…
ODI 11003839
Electrical System · Power Train
The key would not turn in the ignition switch, and i was unable to turn the car off. The car was stopped and in park. I had to bring the car to the dealer and they told me that my only option to fix the problem was to replace the ignition component.
ODI 10936345
Electrical System · Power Train
While recently driving the vehicle the gear indicator in the instrument panel began to flash and then disappeared, no longer revealing what gear the car was in while in forward motion, and car began to lose momentum while driving and began sounding and moving as though the car was placed in neutral. Upon stopping the car and again attempting to drive forward, the car engine revved as though in neutral. Had car towed…
ODI 10939017
Power Train
2010 volkswagen 2.0 turbo dsg fault. The vehicle has begun exhibiting dangerous random/unintentional shifting into much lower gears, or possibly even neutral at various speeds under light or no throttle input on two separate occasions thus far. The first time it happened the vehicle was traveling about 25mph, and the dsg transaxle downshifted/shifted into neutral for no apparent reason, engine revving to 4-5…
ODI 10870718
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta. While shifting the vehicle between the park, reverse, and drive positions, the vehicle made an abnormal noise without warning. In addition, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,793.
ODI 10884783
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Transmission jerking from 1st to 2nd gear set off glow plug/check engine light. Turned off ignition. Warning light reset. Jerking continued in gear 1st to 2nd and 3rd to 4th.
ODI 10806174
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Power Train
While driving, the car inadvertently disengages the dsg transmission resulting in no power transfer to the wheels. The car also displays an "esp error" (electronic stability program) in conjunction with the transmission problem. Once the car is shifted into park and turned off, and then back on, the problem is resolved temporarily. It happens without warning and poses danger for the driver and occupants. This…
ODI 10776508
Engine · Power Train
I took my 2010 jetta tdi in to have the ecm reprogrammed per the notice i received from volkswagon that said the egr might not be read properly. The next day my check engine light came on. I called the dealership and today i had them look at it. They are advising me that my diesel particulate filter is cracked and has been for a while and needs to be replaced. The light only came on after the reprogramming.…
ODI 10746254
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta. While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled and the neutral and traction control warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 126,000. Ma…
ODI 10733245
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Pulled away from stop sign into traffic. Engine quit as if fuel was cut off. Coasted to side of roadway. Car would not restart though it did crank. About a third of a tank of fuel, 80k service was two weeks ago. Car had to be towed to shop.
ODI 10724133
Power Train
Driving on 2-lane level road, dry weather, dry road conditions, after driving for about 15 miles, at about 35 mph, vehicle dropped out of gear, appeared to be in neutral while moving. Abs/esp light came on dashboard. Put on flashers and hand signaled to vehicles behind me and came to a complete stop. I shut off engine and was able to restart car, and went a short distance to a store parking lot, and the esp light…
ODI 10765105
Power Train
Tl* the contacts owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta. While driving, the vehicle shifted into neutral and then went back into gear. The contact stated that the esp warning light illuminated. The vehicle would not move and drifted back into neutral. The failure occurred often. The dealer diagnosed that the mechtronics failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10723484
Power Train
Transmission abruptly shifted to neutral. The selector lever position indicator flashed within the instrument panel. The vehicle had to be turned off before it would shift into another gear again. *tr
ODI 10702236
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Flew to dallas to purchase this car 2/27/15. Drove it home 1500 miles to los angeles over 2 days. Got to el paso on 3/1/15 & got into an accident traveling at a very slow speed (15mph or less) going downhill. My particular issue comes in the way of how the transmission behaves going downhill at high or slow speeds. When the cars ecu (electronic control unit) senses the car going downhill, and you transition from the…
Crash reported
ODI 10701728