Structure Problems of Volkswagen Jetta

Volkswagen Jetta owners have reported 327 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 13 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (154 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door (51 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Structure problems of Volkswagen Jetta

The Body problem

The panoramic sunroof glass shattered spontaneously while driving. I was accelerating onto the highway from an on-ramp at approximately 50 to 60 mph. There were no vehicles in front of me and the highway was empty, so nothing could have struck the glass.   Read details...

The Door problem

The contact owns 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that the upper left hand corners on both the driver and passenger side doors of the vehicle would bend outward upon opening of the doors. While the contact's husband was stepping down from a curb to enter the passenger side of the vehicle,   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph, the splash guard detached from the vehicle and damaged the radiator. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to his destination.   Read details...

The Bumper problem

Front bumper too low, gets caught and detaches from body of car.   Read details...

The Door Hinge problem

Bought new vw Jetta sedan on 08/17/06. On 05/13/10 took the car to the dealer because of car decelerating while driving I. E. Dropping in seconds from 60 miles to 20 miles. It was taken to the dealer multiple times for the same problem.   Read details...




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