Eight problems related to gasoline engine 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.
Turbo charger failed sending metal pieces into engine cylinders causing catastrophic damage to engine. Mr.
Engine immobilizer repeatedly and randomly engages. Engine won't start. Dealer cannot diagnose. Vw refuses to help.
Consumer noticed engine consuming every 1000 miles one quart of oil. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. Mr.
Engine check light came on Dec 01. Took car to dealer and code for glow plugs was discovered. Was informed that this was not the problem with my vehicle, and repairs were not made. Code pulled up again by 2 other Volkswagen mechanics, not fixed until 7/02 after the dealer concluded that the engine needed to be replaced.
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Vehicle was using an excessive amount of oil. Dealer replaced engine. Currently, same problem again occurred.
The car consumes an outrageous 700-800 miles per quart of oil, which the manufacturer claims is normal due to engine design. My complaint is the fact that this was not even hinted to the user or is written in the user's manual at the time of the sales. This could cause engine damage for customer, or on long distance trip, be a safety hazard.
The presenting problem with this Jetta 2000 is that on three (3) dates, I turned the ignition and the engine ran for only two seconds before dying. Despite repeated attempts to get the car running, this continued. This Jetta has been towed three (3) times for warranty repair. As of this date, the car has only 2300 miles and the defect has not been corrected.