Volkswagen Jetta owners have reported 194 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's gasoline fuel system (66 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel pump (47 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and being refueled, fuel was pouring out onto the ground. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with fuel tank failure. Read details...
The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was not able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. Read details...
The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that that the bolts that secure the fuel lines detached. There was an abnormal odor of fuel inside the cabin and around the vehicle. The contact stated that when he turned on the air conditioning system the fuel odor entered the vehicle Read details...
The fuel gasket decided to crack on the top of the sending unit that sends diesel to the engine. It filled the top and spilled down over the tank onto the concrete. $250 repair for the gasket + labor not at a dealership. It's probably a fire hazard and vw should recall the gaskets. Read details...
Bought my Jetta tdi new 4 months ago. Filled up with diesel on a Monday morning and had driven approximately 70 miles before I had this problem. Was driving home Tuesday (at 60mph) when suddenly lost acceleration and glow plug light started flashing. Read details...