One problem related to differential unit has 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.
The contact owns a 2001 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact has had to replace the transmission three times within three months. There is a dial pin the differential gear, which came out of place and caused the transmission to lock up while driving 25 mph. The vehicle was taken to the shop numerous times and was informed that this was a manufacturer defect, which should be recalled. The current and failure mileages were 134,000. Updated 10/14/08 updated 10/17/08.