2011 Volkswagen Jetta Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 66
- 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 66 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- fuel pump · 35 records
- fuel system · 26 records
- high pressure · 22 records
- pressure fuel · 21 records
- glow plug · 16 records
- plug light · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 27 |
| 1–30k mi | 14 |
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 100–150k mi | 12 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
Vw jetta 2011 has been dying when idling, in park and while decelerating. It will be stopped at a stop sign or red light and just lose power. It has to then be put in park and the key must be turned to come back on. This also happens when coming to a stop. Recently, it happened coming off the highway going 45 mph. Car had to coast and the brakes were ridden to a stop where car had to be turned back on. Dealership…
ODI 11235164
Fuel/Propulsion System
When driving car the engine will stall and lock up the power steering. It may happen 3-4 times within in 3 mile distance. It has been taken to two different auto repair shops one of which deals only with german motors. The problem cannot be diagnosed. After replacing the fuel pump and crank shaft sensor the problem still exists. This is so dangerous to drive as you don't know when it will happen. Please help with…
ODI 11144129
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Besides the problem i have reported about the car sputtering loosing power and even stalling once its on 1/4 tank. Now i am having problems with the alternator charging the battery. I replace the mutli fuse, and the alternator. Its still not charging. I had the old alternator tested and it works. After doing some research trying to figure out what else it could be, many other people are experiencing the same issues.…
ODI 11119883
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Takata recall. When starting the vehicle after seating for more than an hour, it takes an excess amount of cranking before the engine fires. 10 plus seconds. One its running it usually drives without issues until you get to 5/16-1/4 tank. While driving down the highway it starts to loose power. The car feels like it is going to shut off. It looses power, gains and loose power causing it to sputter and loose control.…
ODI 11102969
Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving the car to work last thursday (07/28/16) the car stalled and rolled to a stop. I had it towed to my mechanic and he indicated that the fuel pump and possibly the injectors need to be replaced. The car had just under 1/4 tank of diesel fuel at the time. There were no error lights or other indication of failure. The vehicle is still at the mechanic, he indicated that the parts are $900 and labor will be…
ODI 10892961
Fuel/Propulsion System
Driving on the highway and the glow plug indicator light starts flashing with a lose of power. The vehicle stalls but luckily while exiting freeway. The jetta was towed to dealer where it was determined hpfp failure and the whole fuel system needs to be replaced. The car was not fixed ($6000) as it was past the warranty by 1000 miles.
ODI 10862697
Fuel/Propulsion System
High pressure fuel pump failed containated the fuel system with metal particles well i was on vacation on five lane freeway just south of pasadena highway [redacted] just stopped running almost accident trying to cross four lanes with no power.
ODI 10817464
Fuel/Propulsion System
2011 jetta diesel complete failure of high pressure fuel pump without warning at 50 mph ascending a large bridge in vehicle what has had scrupulous periodic maintainance. Occurring at rush hour on a 4 lane high traffic river bridge (295 delaware memorial bridge) a very dangerous time and place due to collision possibilities. My research so far is that this is a common problem with the company covering it up to 120…
ODI 10810837
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving straight on a city highway, the car stalled, and would not restart. This happened in moderate traffic, but we were able to coast out of the road and into a parking lot. The dealer where we bought the car analyzed the fuel system, and ruled that out. He found a bad fuse related to the fuel pump, and claims at this time that it is probably an electrical issue. At this time, the exact cause remains…
ODI 10791248
Fuel/Propulsion System
Car with approximately 56,500 miles. About 50 miles after fueling with diesel fuel from a sunoco station, glow plug light started blinking, check engine light on and car entered a "limp mode". Was attempting to accelerate onto a highway from an on ramp. Would not allow me to go over 25 miles per hour. Brought to nearest vw dealership. Was told the high pressure fuel pump had essentially disintegrated and there are…
ODI 10782258
Fuel/Propulsion System
HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE.
ODI 10779458
Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving on the freeway, the diesel coil light started flashing and our vehicle lost power. We pulled off of the road, the vehicle stalled, so we had the vehicle towed to the dealership. Dealership determined it was a fuel system failure(metal in the system) and sent the fuel to be tested. Test result said insufficient lubricant in fuel, therefore repairs not covered under extended warranty. Dealership informed…
ODI 10765242
Fuel/Propulsion System
The car , 2011 vw jetta tdi, stalled while driving on the highway for the third time. This is third repair to the high pressure fuel system. Metal debris were found per dealer. The second time was approx 1 1/2 yrs ago while my wife was driving on the freeway with 2 kids. The first time was approx 3 yrs ago.
ODI 10776494
Fuel/Propulsion System
Vehicle began stuttering and lost power. After an additional 20 seconds shut down and would not restart. It appears to be a problem with the diesel fuel pump as metal debris were found. Dealer claims vw must test fuel however i know the car has always been properly fueled and has the fueling safeguard device installed.
ODI 10760057
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Manual transmission tdi sportwagen. Driving 30 mph in 4th gear. Flashing glow plug warning light went on. Vehicle lost power and speed. Attempted to downshift. Engine immediately shut off and rpm went immediately to 0. Lost power steering and brakes. Did not have enough speed to bring vehicle to curb. Vehicle stopped at intersection and had to be towed. Dealer diagnosed as hpfp failure.
ODI 10749946
Fuel/Propulsion System
High pressure fuel pump failure july 2015, was driving at highway speed when glow plug indicator started flashing, pulled off highway and car stalled in highway off-ramp intersection. Pushed car out of intersection to side shoulder. Car towed to fox vw of rochester hills mi. Vw authorized warranty claim on replacement of entire fuel system. Repair was completed and car returned. Car smelled of diesel in the interior…
ODI 10810983
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving to work, which includes crossing a toll bridge daily. I was on the bridge, which is only a 2 lane bridge, when all of a sudden my diesel engine failure light began to flash. I lost acceleration and was able to pull off to the shoulder safely and turn off the car. I sat there for a few minutes contemplating if i should call aaa to get a tow to the dealer. Seeing as i was only about 5 miles from the vw…
ODI 10733330
Fuel/Propulsion System · Visibility/Wiper
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the vehicle jerked, the check engine warning indicator illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure recurred. The was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the fuel injector system failed. Four injectors, the fuel rings, the ignition coil, and the wires were…
ODI 10782834
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 volkswagen jetta. While driving approximately 45 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel failed and needed to be drained. In addition, the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
ODI 10762836
Fuel/Propulsion System
HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE.
ODI 10731771
Fuel/Propulsion System
Hpfp catastrophic failure started vehicle and while driving experienced loss of power. Diesel glow plug illuminated and mfd message read "service now". Stalled at traffic light and would not restart. Towed to vw of corpus christi the next day. Vw repaired at their cost. Never fueled with anything but diesel. Repair ticket indicated that 'diesel looked ok". I was fortunate that this did not occur at highway speed. I…
ODI 10713223
Fuel/Propulsion System
4:45 am at 45 mph, the engine sputtered then two dash lights showed up, i pulled over to check what they meant. One said pre glow before start up; if flashing malfunction in the diesel engine, the other was the engine malfunction which said emission malfunction. I had the vehicle towed to local garage they determined it was a fuel pump issue and showed me all the metal shavings in the fuel metering valve. They told…
ODI 10689497
Fuel/Propulsion System
Outside temp was 3 degrees f, approx 0730 on 16feb15 i had been on shift the car had not been started for 48 hrs. I started the car, and went back inside the work building for approx. 5 min. When i went back to the car i noticed a large fluid spill emanating from the bottom of the engine compartment. I immediately turned off the vehicle. After requesting assistance from a co-worker it was discovered that when the…
ODI 10683597
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel/Propulsion System
Was driving our 2011 jetta sportwagen tdi 25 mph and check engine light and engine heater light were flashing. Car went into safe mode with very little throttle control. Took to dealer and was told a catastrophic fuel system failure occurred and the entire fuel system needs to be replaced. Found other car owners online have had similar issues. It is being covered under warranty but if this is an on going problem…
ODI 10682233
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
On february 1, 2014 i turned on my car and headed to church at about 1 in the afternoon, everything appeared fine. After church i did the same; however, shortly after i had left the church parking lot the glow plug and battery symbols started flashing and suddenly my engine stopped. Out of nowhere my car stalled in the middle of the road, thank goodness i had managed to steer to the side and that the cars on the…
ODI 10681911