2010 Volkswagen Jetta Engine Problems
- 111
- 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 111 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 22 records
- glow plug · 22 records
- fuel pump · 21 records
- engine light · 20 records
- light came · 16 records
- high pressure · 14 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 40 |
| 30–60k mi | 37 |
| 100–150k mi | 18 |
| 1–30k mi | 12 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
I was driving at freeway speeds and my check engine light came on. I took it into the dealer only to find out that it was the dpf (diesel particulate filter) failed. The filter was plugged with carbon. The dealer admitted to me that this was a known defect and bad engineering that affected models 2006 - 2010. They told me it fails every 100-110k miles and has to be fixed! I told them i would take it elsewhere to get…
ODI 10775334
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that while driving at 50 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but the contact was unsure about what part needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure recurred and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that…
ODI 10897911
Engine
TURBO FAILED ON TDI
ODI 10776464
Engine
When traveling on i10 freeway at about 70mph the engine went to half power i tried to get to a dealer ship but before i could the engine quit while on the freeway. This was caused by a defective fuel pump. On my tdi jetta.
ODI 10748003
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
Engine
Car is throwing p0401 fault code for egr valve insufficient flow. Dealer states the diesel particulate filter is cracked. According to data, vw's emissions scandal shows 40% more pollutants spewing into air. This is causing excess emission part failures. Dealer wants $2500+ for repairs. According to vw forums, there are many cases of egr and dpf failures. Contacted vw and they will not assist. My car is due for smog…
ODI 10785175
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Incident occurred when approaching an intersection. Engine died as if the car ran out of fuel. Tried to restart the car but the car would not turnover. It would only crank. Acted like it ran out of fuel but there was half a tank of fuel.
ODI 10724985
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
Engine
I was driving my 2010 vw jetta to work when all of the sudden it began to violently shake. My check engine light started rapidly blinking. Luckily, i was able to pull into a parking lot. Called vw dealership. They suggested towing my vehicle. Vehicle towed to dealership. According to the vw dealership, ignition coils need to be replaced. The vw dealership told me that there is not a recall for this repair. However,…
ODI 10722101
Engine
My car keeps throwing a p0401 code egr insufficient flow. The dealer told me its might be a cracked dpf filter. After looking on vw forums about the problem its going to be around a $3000 fix. Since the car is not a "clean diesel" as advertised the system is getting clogged due to the fact the car computer fake software
ODI 10789093
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving, glow plug indicator flashed rapidly, indicating engine malfunction. Car experienced a reduction in power. After parking in parking lot, car started up and appeared initially ok, but then experienced total engine failure after driving <300 feet. Car was towed to mechanic. Mechanic indicates that metal fragments/flakes were found distributed throughout fuel system/engine, consistent with failure of high…
ODI 10693280
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta. While driving approximately 50 mph, the shift lever independently shifted to neutral and back into drive. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the spark plugs and igniter coil needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
ODI 10684161
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
I was driving my 2010 vw jetta tdi in a parking lot, slowing down at less than 5 mph to stop. All of a sudden, the engine stalled without warning. No warning or check engine lights came on at all. I had to put the car into park to restart it. Since this incident, the engine seems to be sputtering at low speeds. *tr
ODI 10702076
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 37 mph, the engine and the glow plug system warning lights illuminated. In addition, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle was towed to a impound lot. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
ODI 10678853
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
While driving home from work, about 30 minutes into a [redacted], driving about 30 mph, in 16 degree f weather, my vehicle, a diesel with a 6 speed manual transmission suddenly stalled. I was able to engage the clutch, go to a lower gear, release the clutch and re-start the engine. With the engine bucking and hesitating, i was able to drive the rest of the way home. The next morning, the vehicle would not start. I…
ODI 10678415
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Went to start and loud clunk noise & engine would not turn over. Several pieces if ice were found in turbo intercooler area. In shop now. Known design deficiency that vw never informed us about. $1800 to implement tech bulletin with no reimbursement from vw, that is if engine is not ruined. *tr
ODI 10672166
Engine
I was driving to work in my 2010 vw jetta sportswagen tdi and was in a middle of an s turn when my car shut off, as i was coasting i tried to restart my car, when i did so my steering did not work. I was able to negotiate the s turn, but my car would not turn on. I had it towed to my dealer and they checked it out and said that there is water in the inner cooler due to condensation from the air intake. To me this…
ODI 10668529
Engine
Vehicle lost power in heavy traffic, 50 mph speed zone. Check engine light illuminated, loss of turbo boost with resultant lack of ability to maintain speed. Internet search suggests a widespread problem involving icing and water ingestion through the intercooler in cold weather operations. Apparently may result in engine destruction. The safety ramifications are obvious and it is my understanding volkswagen has…
ODI 10661961
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
On my way home from work i was cruising down at the interstate with the car on cruise control. Everything was fine the first 45 minutes of driving then all of a sudden my glowplug light illuminated and started flashing meaning engine malfunction. My vehicle started losing speed all of a sudden on the interstate which could have easily caused a crash. Luckily i pulled the vehicle over on the side of the road and the…
ODI 10637527
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Driving around city street. Jetta began to lose power and the glow bulb indicator began flashing. After turning off and restarting the car i drove for another two blocks then the glow bulb indicator came on again paired this time with the red battery indicator. After that the car rolled to a stop and would not turn back over. *tr
ODI 10629910
Engine · Fuel System, Diesel
I was driving my vw jetta tdi on a local surface street in heavy traffic when my car died with no warning and initially would not restart. Fortunately i had enough momentum to coast to the side of the road to avoid being in an accident. I was able to restart the car and resume after a few moments. This has happened once more and is disconcerting. I always purchase fuel from name-brand and high-volume gas stations. I…
ODI 10663200
Engine · Fuel System, Diesel
Failure of the high pressure fuel pump in a vw jetta sportswagen tdi. Volkswagen made the repairs under warranty, for which i am appreciative. However, i am concerned it will happen again. *tr
ODI 10627638
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Was driving my 2010 vw jetta sportwagon tdi at approx. 55 miles per hour when my service engine light came on and glow plugs started flashing. Car began to buck as if not getting any fuel through the system. Car stalled out on highway within a minute of the service lights flashing and will not restart. Luckily the cars behind me barely avoided hitting me as there was zero warning. Had to be towed to my garage,…
ODI 10619126
Electrical System · Engine
Driving along when a warning light came on( epc) which is electronic power control. On my way to the dealer now. *js
ODI 10616810
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Car in shop for approximately 11 days. Although car out of warranty, fixed with authorization from vw of america as a "warranty" repair at no charge to me. Bad fuel not an issue (tested). Hpfp and all major fuel systems/lines cleaned or replaced. High pressure fuel pump failure.
ODI 10821176