Brake Drum problems of the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta

Three problems related to brake drum 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.

1 Brake Drum problem

Failure Date: 01/20/2004

Rear brakes have worn to nothing after only 20k miles. Rotars are now ruined. No warning was given. Dealer said that only the front brakes have a warning light. Why wouldn't the rear brakes have a warning system if they wear out more quickly than the front?.

2 Brake Drum problem

Failure Date: 01/27/2003

Rear brakes and rotors were badly worn and required replacement at 23440 miles. Rear shoes were replaced at an independent garage as vehicle was out of warranty.

3 Brake Drum problem

Failure Date: 05/02/2002

Consumer states his daughter 2001 Jetta has 17000 miles on it and the rear brakes are gone.




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