2019 Volkswagen Jetta Power Train Problems
- 91
- 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 91 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- grinding noise · 32 records
- torque converter · 13 records
- grinding sound · 10 records
- noise coming · 10 records
- sounds like · 6 records
- automatic transmission · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 81 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
When in motion, around 35mph and 1200-1400 rpm, there is a grinding/rubbing/vibration sound coming from the vehicles transmission and/or torque converter. Issue is widespread for this model year, and my specific instance is going to be reported to my local vw dealership in the coming days. *tr
ODI 11190257
Power Train
My 2019 jetta sel officially jointed the transmission leak and torque converter noise club. Dropped it off at the dealer for oil change with 22000 miles on it. Got called that the transmission has a leak and the dealer recommends not to drive it. Bonus, parts are not ready for a week and they are all out of loaners. I was going to schedule an appointment for the famous 8 speed transmission "groan", but now this…
ODI 11186666
Power Train
Brand new 2019 volkswagen jetta making grinding/rattling noise at around 30 mph. Was told by volkswagen dealership staff/employee member that the sound is normal for all volkswagen vehicles of the same model as well as others. It is apparent this is a common issue among other volkswagen jetta vehicles based on numerous accounts online, and needs to be dealt with by the manufacturer.
ODI 11187284
Power Train
I brought my 2019 vw jetta r-line into the dealership for the 10000 mile service at 9471 miles. The dealership identified a "stage 3" transmission fluid leak, apparently the worst stage based on quantity and location of fluid. Minor shift issues noted during driving prior, but none isolated to specific speeds, gears, or driving mode.
ODI 11183750
Power Train
I've had the 2019 jetta for roughly 30 days now. I've noticed a strange grinding noise coming from the engine around 30 mph when accelerating under light load. As if a driver attempts to shift while the clutch is not engaged, the car produces a grinding noise (but this care is an automatic). So i decided to take it into vw to be looked at (young vw). They said and i quote "noise is normal operation of the drive…
ODI 11204027
Body · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
1. 1800 miles-transmission fluid leak, the service people told me it was a known problem with 2019 jettas, repair took 2 months 2. Heater doesn't blow out warm air when traveling under 40 mph, even after 18 miles of driving 3. Grinding/croaking noise like a frog at 28-30 mph and again at 40 mph 4. Brakes squeak 5. Trunk falls on my head unless i push it all the way up per owners manual addendum
ODI 11183199
Engine · Power Train
GRINDING NOISE AT 30 MPH
ODI 11185000
Power Train
Vehicle was purchased 3 days ago and has 300 miles on it. There is a consistent metallic grinding sound between 20-40 mph. Not sure what's going on. Online research indicates that this is a common issue and vw is aware but claims it's normal. It certainly doesn't sound normal.
ODI 11182246
Body · Engine · Power Train
First, trunk of the car. It's unsafe and doesn't lock unless u overextend it open. I have been hit in my head twice before i learned my lesson. Second, transmission. It makes a grinding noise when operated at slower speeds. I am reaching 9,500 miles and noise is still there since day one. Three, the engine. I believe there is a internal defect because today i was driving a the engine oil light came on. Once i…
1 injury
ODI 11182044
Power Train
Brand new vehicle with 300 miles. From the day i picked it up with 37 miles, it grinds every time it acclerates into 3rd gear automatic trans. Dealership contacted, service mgr stated this is "normal" for this transmission. Also stated his hands are tied on what he can do because vw has called this "normal." he also said he is limited in what he can do at the local level because "we didn't make the car." this does…
ODI 11176150
Power Train
Noticed grinding sounds from when i got the car, read online and thought it was normal. Apparently not; the torque converter issue is very common. Hopefully a recall is issued. My immediate issue :took it in to dealer for normal oil change at 10k miles, and they tell me it has a transmission leak, and the car is not drivable until its fixed. Things like this shouldnt be happening in a new car...not cool vw. Issue a…
ODI 11174409
Power Train
8 speed automatic transmission has a metallic grinding or scraping noise when operating at low rpm's during acceleration. Specifically after the transition to 5th gear. The powertrain noticeably hesitates during acceleration when this aforementioned sound is active. It's only a matter of time before this transmission fails and leaves me in the middle of a busy intersection. It's an extremely common issue on the 2019…
ODI 11171500
Power Train
Turbocharger failure at 10,000 miles. Turbocharger found to be defective during my 1st service appointment for the vehicle.
ODI 11171498
Power Train
Since day one of ownership, my 2019 jetta r-line has been producing an abnormal groaning/grinding noise during acceleration between 20-40 mph. I now have about 5000 miles on my car and the sound is progressively getting louder, you can feel vibrations in the pedals and steering wheel when it happens. I had the issue documented by my local dealership and filed a complaint with volkswagen customer care months ago,…
ODI 11174531
Power Train
I purchased this car in early may 2018. Early on, i experienced increasing rpm when the gas was released and the clutch engaged. A slight burning smell could be detected from the clutch some of the time. However, on 3 occasions, this malfunction was extraordinary, where the engine rpm soared very high and the clutch did not seem to fully disengage. On all three incidents, the burning smell was significant. With only…
ODI 11166409
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 volkswagen jetta. While driving 25 mph or higher, the contact heard a loud buzzing and grinding sound coming from the transmission. The contact took the vehicle to sunrise volkswagen (931 sunrise hwy, lynbrook, ny 11563, [redacted]) to have the transmission checked, but an appointment could not be made until january 18, 2019. The manufacturer stated that they would contact nhtsa. The…
ODI 11164269
Power Train
Major grinding noise coming from transmission during driving, typically when going between 20-40 mph. There are numerous complaints of this defect, which the manufacturer states as normal. However, it does appear to be a defect with the torque converter that could affect the safety of driver and passengers, and shorten the life of the transmission, while also reducing the resale value of the car. I took the car to…
ODI 11173361
Power Train
It appears that the majority and or all of the new 2019 volkswagen jetta's have torque converter defects. The defect causes the vehicle to emit a loud scrape and grinding noise which can distract the driver. The could cause drivers to pull over and potentially cause an accident. The new 2019 volkswagen jetta that i have been driving has been to the shop 3 times due to this sound the transmission is making on this…
ODI 11166754
Power Train
Heavy abrupt grind when shifting into reverse. Sometimes refuses to even go into reverse without multiple attempts and forcing shifter. To avoid, driver must first shift to 1st gear, then shift to reverse without ever lifting off of the clutch diring that sequence. And when executing that sequence, sometimes the transmission doea not go into reverse completely causing gear grind when the driver releases the clutch.
ODI 11152301
Power Train
The car produces a noticeable grinding noise whenever i am accelerating in both eco and normal modes. There is a grinding feeling in the pedal when the grinding noise occurs. It makes the vehicle feel unsafe. Volkswagen refuses to acknowledge the problem. I feel as though the transmission may give out at any time.
ODI 11187161
Power Train
Grinding noise at low rpm under light throtle loads and oil leak on transmsion underside. Please see this video of noise https://youtu.be/pcv7o3sxzpu. On vwvortex.com forum other jetta mk7 drivers have pointed same issue.
ODI 11145263
Exterior Lighting · Power Train · Visibility/Wiper
Factory wipers result in streaking, replaced at less than 5k miles. Problem alleviated. Typical metallic grinding at low speeds, as described by other reports. Passenger led headlight ring excessively dim. Multiple sources report open recall for this, however, no sources including dealer agree my vehicle is included. Several people have pointed out my faulty headlight ring. Review of photos containing vehicle…
ODI 11185606
Power Train
Transmission torque converter issue. Transmission makes loud noise in 5th around 25 - 30 mph gear. Has a vibration over 45 mph and over at steady speed. Vw has a software patch tcm 37l7 (helps to reduce 450hz vibration) which is suppose to help, but they will not patch cars already sold. When i bought my vehicle it had under 10 miles. It did not have this issue until i put on just over 100 miles. The patch is more…
ODI 11195373
Power Train
Well again my i had to take my 2019 jetta back to lunde's in peoria, az. After the transmission leak was fixed in august, i noticed about a month later the car was jerking a lot and not accelerating when i had my foot on the gas pedal. ( like when you push on the gas, but discover your car is neutral and not drive.) this became very dangerous and the delay time was getting longer and longer to the point where it was…
ODI 11156413
Power Train
After purchasing my vehicle 2019 jetta at the end of june, i had to have my transmission leak fixed and the transmission repaired for a large leak. It took over 2 wks to get the car back. Then for about a month now, the car has been running rough, not accelerating without a huge delay & jerking. It's like the car is in neutral when you try to step on the gas. The dealer said they have to send a rep out from…
ODI 11144125