Body problems of the 1997 Volkswagen Jetta

Three problems related to body have been reported for the 1997 Volkswagen Jetta. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Body problem

Failure Date: 07/27/2004

The consumer's 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLS had multiple component failures. *** there was an engine coolant leak, the a/c did not function properly, the windshield was broken, the body had rust damage, the drivers side power window made noise, there was excessive rust to the muffler, excessive worn tires, engine and transmission sensors.

2 Body problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2000

Bought Jetta GLS new 12/97. Moldings fall off constantly. Three of four power windows have failed, all needing regulators replaced. Slow wiper speed cuts off and sometimes doesn't work at all. Oil leak. Can't lock doors on driver side with my master key, can only lock and set alarm on passenger side. Ts.

3 Body problem

Failure Date: 04/13/1998

Panel under drivers side came apart.

Other Structure related problems of the 1997 Volkswagen Jetta

Door problems	4
Underbody Shield problems	3
Body problems	3
Door Hinge problems	2
Hood Hinge problems	1

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