Exterior Lighting Related Problems of the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta

Table 1 shows eight common exterior lighting related problems of the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta. The number one most common problem is related to the brake light switch (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the turn signal (three problems).


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta

The Brake Light Switch problem

My brake light switch has malfunctioned causing total loss of exterior brake lights on my 99 Jetta passenger vehicle. This malfunction has been recalled by the NHTSA on many other 99 vw Jettas, however my particular vehicle did not fit in the VIN number range of the safety recall.   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

The checking engine light illuminated and the engine began to hesitate. The mechanic found service code stored for fuel trim. The mechanic replaced a defective mass air flow sensor. The signal light bulb was replaced, because it blinked very fast.   Read details...

The Headlights problem

While driving to work, my headlights, dashlights, heater/defrost, all went out and my e-brake light came on. Do to the conditions and the cold, my windshield fogged up extememly quickly and made it difficult to drive. This has happened many times since, almost on a daily basis.   Read details...


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