general problems of the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta

Four problems related to power train have been reported for the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta based on all problems reported for the 2018 Jetta.

1 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 03/23/2026

My car made a loud banging noise and would not move even though engine was running. Had towed and was told car needs new transmission I brought to another mechanic for second opinion and was told the same thing code p073300.

2 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 08/29/2022

Key locked in ignition at an unsafe area where I was stuck for hours. Car has approximately 89,000 miles and the key being stuck in ignition has happened to me twice recently and I know it will continue to do so until there is a recall for the safety issue that the ignition causes.

3 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 07/30/2020

At about 40,000 miles- car would not move in drive position. Dash code: esc. Luckily, 2018 Jetta still under warranty and the transmission was replaced under warranty.

4 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2019

After reversing and then stopping and shifting from reverse to drive the transmission pops in to gear. Also vehicle radio turns on and off at random times having to restart while in motion.


Other Power Train related problems of the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta

Power Train problems
4
Transmission Noise problems
1


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