Accelerator Pedal problems of the 2000 Volkswagen Jetta

Two problems related to accelerator pedal have been reported for the 2000 Volkswagen Jetta. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Volkswagen Jetta based on all problems reported for the 2000 Jetta.

1 Accelerator Pedal problem

Failure Date: 01/12/2001

When coming to a stop light applied brakes vehicle accelerated forward. Problem occurred due to close proximity of the brake pedal and the gas pedal. It is possible to depress the brake pedal and gas pedal simultaneously and accelerate while try to stop.

2 Accelerator Pedal problem

Consumer called complaining about gas recirculation valve ( egr valve). Vehicle won't accelerate even though she wa s stepping all the way on the gas pedal. Dealer was contacted, and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. Had to replace brakes and rotors at 35000 miles, which she thought that it was not usually normal on any vehicle.


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