Brakes Failed problems of the 2007 Volkswagen Jetta

I own a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. The rear brakes had to be completely replaced at 28000 miles. Both the dealership and the Volkswagen corporate office refuse to cover brakes under warranty stating that for the Jetta it is "normal" to need new rear brakes in as little as 10000 miles. Edmunds. Com and carcomplaint. Com have hundreds of Jetta owners complaining about the premature rear brake failure in the 2007 models. It seems that we have been told the same thing, about the Jetta depending on the rear brakes to make safer stopping. It is not fair that automotive company is neglecting to recognize the defect in their car. Many people cannot afford to replace brake pad and rotors every 10000-20000 miles, that presents a formidable safety issue.

At 18,000 miles my rear brakes sounded like a garbage disposal. When I brought it to the dealer they stated normal wear and tear. Brakes failed a month later. This month, 18,000 miles later the same thing has happened. A simple google search reveals that many other owners of the 2007 Jetta are faced with this dangerous and expensive problem.

2007 Jetta 2. 5l rear brake failure in June 2007 resulted in accident where I was unable to stop and vehicle was hit driver's side. Reported to vw and was told it was normal failure. Brakes continue to function intermittently (grinding, squealing, seizing) December 2008 rear brakes replaced (30,000kms) at my expense as vw has refused to acknowledge this as an issue. August 2007 clutch fails and vehicle is taken to vw for repairs. Advised it was normal wear and tear (18,000kms) and would not be covered under warranty. Had clutch inspected by a clutch manufacturer who advises parts failed as a result of improper installation. Vw issues refund after legal action is pursued. Have had vehicle inspected at independent mechanic who agrees with sub standard workmanship and parts on this model.

The contacts own a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact has been experiencing brake failure since the first two weeks after the vehicle was purchased. He stated that the brakes grind whenever he attempts to stop. While driving 45 mph, he attempted to accelerate and the vehicle hesitated. On June 11, 2007, he arrived at wellesley Volkswagen and spoke to the service manager. The service manager acknowledged that the transmission was faulty and discovered an error registered in the computer. Wellesley would not provide a loaner vehicle, but the contact was able to retrieve his vehicle within a few days. However, the brakes continue to grind. He called Volkswagen, but no one would speak to him. The current mileage is 3,000 and failure mileage was 200. Updated 09/18/07. Updated 01-16-08. Updated.