2011 Volkswagen Jetta Electrical System Problems
- 142
- 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 142 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- Horn · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 40 |
| 30–60k mi | 38 |
| 1–30k mi | 29 |
| 100–150k mi | 14 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 volkswagen jetta. While driving at 50 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost power and was unable to be driven. The glow plug light illuminated prior to the failure. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer several times and was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The vin was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10726571
Electrical System
I bought a 2011 jetta in february 2011. Today, i am told by the dealer that 'some wires' located under the spark plugs are short-circuiting and need to be replaced at a cost of $830 + tax. Now, why are there 'some wires' under the spark plugs that are not sufficiently insulated? And, why are 'some wires' under the spark plugs anyway? I was going down i-24 at 55 mph and the car 'cut off'! The only thing that saved my…
ODI 10615340
Electrical System
The 2011 vw jetta tdi main source of communication is through the radio (delphi premium 8). I was driving and the radio completely went out after a pop. I have done some research and as a 2011 automobile, this shouldn't be happening 3 years after a new car is purchased. This is a large safety hazard while driving and not having the vehicles main communication accessible. Please look more into this. This is a common…
ODI 10615110
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
This complaint is for the 2011 vw jetta sportwagon tdi . There is a manufacture defect that caused the fuse box under the hood to melt. This caused most of the lights on the exterior to fail, which included the headlights, taillights, brake-lights, ect. There were recalls on similar models, but not this specific car. There needs to be a recall on this car to prevent potential injuries. *tr
ODI 10607800
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
While attempting to accelerate car sputtered, and hesitated while losing power. Regained power briefly then sputtered, lost power and engine cut off completely. Started engine after letting sit for a few minutes drove home ok. Happened again a week later and took it to dealership. Dealer diagnosed it as faulty ignition coil and arcing. *tr
ODI 10605613
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
My car has had 3 stalls within 3 months. I took it to the dealer they replaced the throttle assembly. Since then i was pulling out of a parking spot and put the car in drive and the car stalled. I took it to the dealer and they said they couldn't find anything wrong with the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10584888
Electrical System · Fuses And Circuit Breakers
2011 jetta has a recall (11v196000) for electrical/fuse wiring. We have encountered the problem that the recall is 4.we have no alarm horn "chirp" or horn. We called the dealer and they said that the recall did not include the tdi model yet we are having the problem the recall is 4. *tr
ODI 10578360
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
All of a sudden, i would turn on my car and most of the exterior lights would not work, including headlights, high beams, brake lights, blinkers, and daytime running lights. It was dangerous to suddenly drive without lights when it was nighttime or changing lanes without working blinkers to alert other drivers. I took the car in to get it checked out and apparently this is a common issue in recent vw cars, that the…
ODI 10568724
Electrical System · Horn
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the horn was inoperable. The contact was made aware of nhtsa campaign number: 11v196000 (electrical system). However, the vin was not included.the vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the wiring for the horn needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate…
ODI 10654984
Electrical System · Visibility/Wiper
My windshield washer fluid sensor came on, and it does not turn off. I did some reading online, and this seems to be a systemic issue. Most of the complaints were from people who used rainx washer fluid. Apparently it caused corrosion too quickly. Now, i don't want to use my washer fluid as often, so that i can make sure that i don't run out when i need it. My visibility during driving is affected by this. *tr
ODI 10565523
Electrical System
I began experiencing issues with the anti-theft/locking system about late 2013/ early 2014. The locking system malfunctions and the doors do not lock, but also while driving the locks continuously click while trying to engage. I spoke to my local vw dealership via phone on multiple occasions and received multiple answers, but ultimately was told the cost would be around $500-600 dollars to repair, out of my pocket.…
ODI 10837339
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Horn · Visibility/Wiper
I was driving and i tried to honk my horn because a tractor trailer was merging in my lane. My horn would not sound and i had encountered this problem before and then later that evening it started to drizzle and my windshield wipers were not working. *tr
ODI 10535646
Electrical System
Occasionally, the rear door on passenger side wont open even though i unlock the door with remote key. I have found in the vw consumer forum that this is not only my car's issue, but many vw jetta owners are having the same issue. I always should get inside from other door and open the applicable from inside. This is happening too often so it is being common for me to open the door for my kid who usually sits in the…
ODI 10532197
Electrical System · Vehicle Speed Control
On this date (6-19-2013) my engine light came on, after that my epc light followed. Then i lost speed on my car, i then pulled over at the gas station. I then noticed my horn was not working. I sat at the gas station after i turned the car off for about 15 minutes. Tried to start the car up again, then it started back up and i drove home, but the engine light was still on. I didn't think much of it at that point, a…
ODI 10568066
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
When the car is parked the interior and exterior lights come on until you go crank the car. The dealer completed a diagnostic test and he said everything checked out ok....this is not normal and my concern would be will it eventually affect the battery. *tr
ODI 10504656
Electrical System
While driving to an early morning appointment, i notice a burning smell within 5 minutes of starting the car. I soon saw smoke coming from the upper right corner of the dashboard. I immediately pulled over and turned off the car. At that point i saw a flame appearing at the front end of the driver's side rocker panel. Plastic at the base of the rocker panel had melted and i could see electrical wires. I tried to…
Fire reported
ODI 10499591
Electrical System · Engine
This car has had multiple ignition coil problems causing a misfire and a rough rumbling engine. The ability to accelerate is greatly reduce leaving you vulnerable to car accidents in certain situations like pulling out at an intersection. This is the second incident within a year of ignition coils failing. Now at 42,000 miles it is not covered under warranty. The first incident was extremely troubling not being able…
ODI 10574113
Electrical System
Coming back from the mall, i turned on my car and a few seconds later the engine shut down and "immoblizer active" message appeared. Restarted car again, engine shut down and the same message appeared again. I tried it a couple of times more and then called vw roadside assistance to get my car towed to my dealer, which luckily, is near by the mall i was at. Once at the dealer (got there at 4:30pm, and they close at…
ODI 10456790
Electrical System · Engine · Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the vehicle's horn and radio did not function, there was a burning odor, and the windows functioned independently. In addition, the vehicle felt as if it would lose power, the air bags were not functioning, and the exterior lights were malfunctioning. The epc and catalytic converter malfunction warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not…
ODI 10820256
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline
Attempted to start 2011 jetta tdi with 11000 miles after it had been sitting in a parking lot for 9 hours. Temperature 45f outside. Vehicle started perfectly and then died seconds later. Attempted to start vehicle again, but would not turn over. Had a lot of trouble getting it to start and when it did it was running very rough and then would die immediately. Finally able to start vehicle and keep it running after…
ODI 10440578
Electrical System · Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
This is a re-occurrence of the complaint 10425920 that was submitted by me on 17 september and is listed on this site. It has happened again. Symptomatically it is the same. While trying to gain access to the vehicle the key fob wouldn't open the doors. After gaining entry to the vehicle all locks are inoperative and the fuse is blown. The initial issue was worked on by my local vw dealer but due to the odd nature…
ODI 10438177
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 volkswagen jetta tdi. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and upon exiting the vehicle, there was an increase in the engine rpms. The vehicle also would not shut off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the push to stop button failed. A switch clip on the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure…
ODI 10444853
Electrical System
Key stuck in ignition multiple times having great difficulty turning on and off car. Problems appears to occur on a more frequent basis, car dealership indicated not a problem while under warranty told jiggle the key will solve the problem. Progressively worse as my wife can't drive the car for fear of being stuck, she experienced this problem july 6, 2014 as she had to walk home. Turning the steering wheel, moving…
ODI 10617526
Electrical System
The vehicle immobilizer activates, preventing the vehicle from being started and leaving driver stranded. *tr
ODI 10444719
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Automatic door locks fail to work. Manual entry must be gained to vehicle and doors opened on all doors other than drivers by pulling on inside handles. Unable to access trunk without grabbing long hanled stick and accessing trunk emergency opening latch through back seat arm rest trunk opening. While investigating for a possible blow fuse it was noted that vw fails to provide a fuse map/diagram for these cars in…
ODI 10425920