Service Brakes Problems of Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen

Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen owners have reported 31 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light on (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen

The Service Brakes problem

The f16 fuse in the engine bay that connects power to multiple exterior lights as well as the abs brake system melts and melts part of the fuse tray. This is the same thing that happens with the vw tiguan in campaign am97. Look into am97 as this can ruin your abs brake system.   Read details...

The Brake Light On problem

Vehicle has 100,088 miles on it. On 5/11/2019 the abs module went bad. Under NHTSA campaign recall number 16v913000 the abs module should be replaced. Volkswagon on 5/14/19 ran my VIN # and said no recall applied.   Read details...

The Brake Disc Pads problem

Brakes on 2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagon tdi wearing unevenly. 90 % front brake pad left and 15% pad left on the rear. Volkswagen shop reports to me this happens all the time and is normal. Volkswagen shop manager states it is due to undersized rear brake pad causing it to wear out quickly.   Read details...

The Brake Disc Caliper problem

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen jetta sportswagen. While the unoccupied vehicle was parked with the engine and emergency brake engaged, it rolled unexpectedly . The contact was able to enter the vehicle, apply the brake pedal and stop the vehicle from moving.   Read details...

The Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Abs engine light is on. Found evidence online that vw extended coverage for replacement of this module. Fault code for safety recall for abs module is 16v-913. Was told by the dealership that module is not under warranty. In addition, air bag indicator is on and check engine light is on.   Read details...




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