Table 1 shows four common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the accelerator pedal (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems | |
| Cruise Control problems |
While driving on the freeway at approximately 70mph with a quarter tank of gas, my 2002 Jetta glx displayed the battery light and then stalled at full speed. The car slowed, the steering and gas pedal were stiff and I had to pull to the shoulder and call for a tow truck. Read details...
Repeat incidents leading to consumer's long term driveability concerns. Worrisome panel indicator lights -- flashing: engine warning and glow plug (diesel) lights within current lease period. After first two incidents, the third (then under warranty) was found to be due to a factory defect. Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated they have experienced incidents of sudden acceleration with the vehicle. The contact stated each time they tried using the brakes they did not respond. Read details...