Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the electronic lock/latch actuator (one problem).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Volkswagen Jetta


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. While driving approximately 75 mph, the door locks on the vehicle began to lock and unlock independently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.   Read details...

The Electronic Lock/latch Actuator problem

The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that the vehicle would unlock and lock without warning. The vehicle was taken to auburn vw (3109 auburn way north, auburn, wa 9800,2 253-499-4121) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the lock actuator needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that the front passenger side door latch failed to properly lock, and the door swung open without warning. The contact had to tie the door with rope to prevent it from opening.   Read details...


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