Table 1 shows twelve common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Jetta. The number one most common problem is related to the engine exhaust system (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the check engine light on (two problems).
Volkswagenh of America has not been supportive or helpful in resolving these complaints nor have the Volkswagen technicians been able to diagnosis the true problem; they just fix the problem "symptoms". No safety defect listed. Read details...
In October of 2001 our engine light came on in our 1998 Jetta Volkswagen diesel. We immediately took it into srp automotive in batavia, WI, a certified Volkswagen mechanic. Over $2,000 and 4 months later the engine light still came on and now the car had no pickup. Read details...
Continual problems, some undiagnosed. Unsympathetic dealership. Reoccuring problems. Most problems occurring after lease/warranty were up. Too many problems for a car that is only about 2 and a half years old. Read details...