general problems of the 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit

In motion: the transmission is not properly shifting up. There is delay, therefore the car is 'jumping' before the higher level of gear automatically shift. This problem last for about 4 months in motion: the use of fuel is much higher than used to be, even all injectors are properly working. This problem is now about 5 months old. The rear door - its latch broke in November 2014. The door felt on my head. Contacting vw USA - I was told that the repair has to be done by vw dealer. . Vw dealer made me a quote of $ 3. 5 k which I rejected. Since that time I am carrying in car board of wood and using it for support of open door.

While driving in second gear, the vehicle abruptly stopped leaving dual skid marks on pavement. The engine was restarted but vehicle would not move forward or reverse. When towed, a pool of transmission fluid was found under car, mechanic reports new transmission is needed but exact cause currently unknown. Vehicle is 5 months and 14,300 miles over warranty and Volkswagen dealer will not cover any costs since out of warranty and is 5 speed. More importantly, if this occured at higher speed, injury or death could occur.

Vehicle does not respond to accelerator on ocassions, no response when trying to accelerate fron stop. Have complained to vw dealer @ 5,000,10,000, & 15,000 miles. They say they cannot find the problem. This is a dangerious situation as it stalls, then accelerates very fast . I never know when it will happen as there is no set pattern. I feel like the dealer is not responsible as they say it might get worse then they can find the problem. It does not show up on the scanner,and the check engine light does not come on.