Electrical System Related Problems of the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta

Table 1 shows 21 common electrical system related problems of the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta. The number one most common problem is related to the ignition coils failure (40 problems). The second most common problem is related to the electrical system (28 problems).


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta

The Ignition Coils Failure problem

The contact owns a 2002 Volkswagen Jetta. While driving 55 mph the vehicle lost power and decreased speed to 10 mph. He was able to avoid a crash and drive onto the emergency lane. He was also able to drive the vehicle to his residence.   Read details...

The Electrical System problem

While the vehicle is in motion, it "jerks" or makes a shaking movement. While the vehicle is in motion, the "door ajar" light stays on although all doors have been opened and closed. While stationary, the vehicle brake light is not working.   Read details...

The Ignition problem

While driving home at night, my son and I smelled smoke. We exited the vehicle, checked under the hood, but found nothing. We continued home and parked in the garage. Still smelling smoke, we re-inspected the vehicle, but were unable to determine an origin or any visible evidence.   Read details...


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