Table 1 shows 14 common power train related problems of the 2003 Volkswagen Jetta. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the clutch (twelve problems).
When the car is started and the engine is cold, below 190f, it will not engage reverse gear, all other gears will operate. After the engine reaches 190f, the reverse gear will engage. This car has a sealed automatic transmission so no owner maintenance is possible and fluid levels can not be Read details...
The clutch on my vw Jetta burned out on a major interstate and was a very dangerous situation. The car had 46,604 miles on it and should have lasted many miles above that but I have learned of 100's who own the same car with this same situation. Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Jetta wagon. The contact stated that the speedometer failed to provide an accurate speed traveled. The contact also stated that when the cruise control switch was activated, it would cause the vehicle to surge forward abnormally. Read details...