Table 1 shows two common suspension related problems of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear suspension springs (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Suspension problems | |
| Rear Suspension Springs problems |
Going down the road - in town - at about 35 mph and I started to hear loud clanking while I felt as the rear of the car felt "stiff" all of a sudden. I parked the car as soon as I could to check it over. The rear passenger side coil spring just snapped as you'd break a pretzel. . . Read details...
Both rear springs broke without warning (at separate times). This clearly seems to be a manufacturing defect, as I have since discovered that it's a very common occurrence. Read details...