Three problems related to battery have been reported for the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta based on all problems reported for the 2001 Jetta.
While at 65 mph in left lane engine and all electricity failed, unable to signal other motorist while I moved the car to safety. There was no warning. The dealer said it was battery and charged me $250, after my mechanic couldn't find anything wrong. Many problems with oakland dealer before this.
Brake lights turn on while car is parked and remain on until battery drains. Much as described in NHTSA action number ea03002 . This occurred in a 2001 vw Jetta. Dealer insisted that offending switch was only covered in vw beetle. Curiously switch was replaced by 1jo945511d.
No summary. Dt.